On Sunday, July 20, violinist HIMARI joined the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) at the Ravinia Festival Pavilion in Highland Park, Illinois. More than 7,000 music lovers filled the open-air venue, surrounding the performance with warm applause.

Under the baton of Marin Alsop, the 14-year-old violinist made her CSO debut, captivating the audience with her fresh, radiant tone and poised stage presence.

 

Program — Solo Works

  • Fritz Kreisler: La Gitana

  • Franz Waxman: Carmen Fantasy

After intermission, the CSO performed Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7.

 

Concert Details

  • Series: Ravinia Festival 2025 – Chicago Symphony Orchestra Series

  • Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025 · 5:00 p.m.

  • Venue: Ravinia Festival Pavilion (Highland Park, IL)

  • Artists: Marin Alsop (conductor) · Chicago Symphony Orchestra · HIMARI (violin)

 

 

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Thank you for your continued support of HIMARI.

 

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