2019 Season
Chicago Immigrant Stories II: Finale
The "Chicago Immigrant Stories II" project will culminate with its finale performance on July 22, 2019 with a full orchestral arrangement of these Innovation Lab ideas, featuring all the collaborating performers with CJP’s 60-member orchestra, conducted by Orbert Davis. All events are free and open to the general public.
July 22, 2019 at 6:30pm
Chicago Immigrant Stories: Pilsen
This collaboration will feature Juan Díes and Victor Pichardo, founding members of the Grammy-nominated folk ensemble Sones de México.
Chicago Immigrant Stories: Greektown
This collaboration with Greek saxophonist and composer, Athanasios Zervas, will be the first of the 2019 series.
The Chicago River
The five-moment third stream masterpiece, composed by Orbert Davis, was commissioned by and premiered at Symphony Center in May 2013.
Released to Public: July 8, 2019
2019 "Think Big" Gala: “The Chicago River” Album Release Celebration
An evening of music and celebration to raise funds for Chicago Jazz Philharmonic's performance and education programs.
2019 "Think Big" Gala: “The Chicago River” Album Release Celebration (Copy)
An evening of music and celebration to raise funds for Chicago Jazz Philharmonic's performance and education programs.