Grant Park Orchestra

Chicagos Premier Classical Ensemble

The Grant Park Orchestra is a symphony orchestra based in Chicago, Illinois, that has been a key component of the city's cultural landscape since its inception in 1935. It is the centerpiece of the Grant Park Music Festival, which is the nation's only remaining free, outdoor classical music series. The orchestra performs a wide range of classical repertoire, including both well-known masterpieces and contemporary works. Over the years, it has collaborated with an array of distinguished conductors and soloists. The Grant Park Orchestra is known for its performances at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park during the summer months, where it offers free concerts to the public. While specific albums such as "American Works For Organ And Orchestra," "Symphonic Works," and "Symphony In Waves: Music Of Aaron Jay Kernis" may not be directly attributed to them, they have indeed recorded various works and have contributed significantly to the American classical music scene through their performances and outreach efforts.