Sir Andrew Davis with Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, 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.

Founded in 1930, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra performs 200 concerts yearly to 350,000 people. Known for classical and pops, they've toured Europe and recorded extensively. Notable music directors include Fabien Sevitzky and Raymond Leppard.