Chicago Symphony Orchestra with Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Mahler Symphony No. 4, and more

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, established in 1891 by Theodore Thomas, stands as a top American orchestra, renowned for precision and rich sound. It gained prominence under conductors like Fritz Reiner, who started its recording legacy, and Sir Georg Solti, substantially boosting its global acclaim and record sales. Their works with Mahler and Bruckner became iconic. Solti won the most Grammy Awards of any musician. The orchestra continuously reissues past revered recordings, maintaining its legacy. Recently, artists like Jessie Montgomery and Hilary Hahn collaborated with the ensemble.

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, based in Maryland, is celebrated for innovative performances and acclaimed recordings under Marin Alsop, including works by Gershwin and Bernstein. Known for educational outreach like OrchKids, it performs for over 350,000 annually and was the first U.S. orchestra with year-round venues in two metro areas.