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The Chicago Symphony Orechestra (CSO) was founded in 1891, by Theodore Thomas. Riccardo Muti, the CSO's music director, has helped shape the orchestra into one of five American orchestras commonly reffered to as the "Big Five"

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Christmas

This 2025 holiday season, Chicago's Symphony Center will once again host CSO's holiday musical celebration. This year features seasonal favorites the whole family will be sure to enjoy. Musical selections include "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year," "O Come, All Ye Faithful,", and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" and many more, as well as seasonal orchestral music.