Pekka Kuusisto: Time Shifting
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
220 S. Michigan
Chicago, IL 60604
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
220 S. Michigan
Chicago, IL 60604
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
220 S. Michigan
Chicago, IL 60604
Music
Runs May 21May 23, 2026

Tempora mutantur — the nickname of Haydn’s Symphony No. 64 — takes its name from the Latin adage, “The times change, and we change with them.” Inspired by this reflection, Finnish conductor and violinist Pekka Kuusisto presents a dynamic program featuring former Mead Composer-in-Residence Anna Clyne’s Sound and Fury alongside folk- and dance-inspired works by Grieg and Rautavaara. Trading baton for bow, Kuusisto dazzles as soloist in Kreisler’s vibrant, Vivaldi-inspired Violin Concerto.