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National Museum of Mexican Art
1852 W. 19th Street, Chicago
in the Pilsen / Little Village neighborhood
map & directions…

November 16, 2007
Friday, 7:30pm

February 1, 2008
Friday, 7:30pm

April 25, 2008
Friday, 7:30pm

For tickets to Chamber Series concerts, call the box office at
312.236.3681 ext. 2

Three-concert series $40
($25 for CS subscribers and Museum members)

Single Tickets $15
($10 for CS/Museum members)

 

NEW! ¡NUEVO!
CHAMBER SERIES AT THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF MEXICAN ART

From symphonic to traditional, formal to folk, the music of Mexico offers a deep well of inspiration and beauty.

Each concert will pair special guests with members of the Sinfonietta, presenting unique collaborations that reveal the connections across borders.

November 16, 2007
Tribute to Sor Juana

Soprano Irasema Terrazas and members of the Chicago Sinfonietta will present a tribute to Sor Juana as part of the Museum’s annual festival, honoring the artistic accomplishments of Mexican women. Featuring Sinfonietta harpist Faye Seeman.

February 1, 2008
Alfonso Ponticelli

The second presentation of the new Chamber Series at the National Museum of Mexican Art will pair Chicago Sinfonietta violinist James Sanders with guitar virtuoso Alfonso Ponticelli and Swing Gitan. Guitarra! will explore the influence of the Spanish guitar on the folk and classical music of Mexico in the intimate setting of the Museum’s performance space.

This unique concert comes with a taste of Mexico! Enjoy delicious beverages, view Museum exhibits, and hear delightful music all in one evening for only $15. Sinfonietta subscribers and Museum members are just $10!

Curtain time is 7:30 pm, doors open at 6.

April 25, 2008
From Regional to Classical

Chicago's premiere Mexican folk ensemble Sones de Mexico join members of the Chicago Sinfonietta to explore regional styles such as huapango, gustos, and son jarocho, along with their classical counterparts. Featuring Sinfonietta pianist Donald Neale.

All concerts take place at the National Museum of Mexican Art, 1852 W. 19th Street, Chicago, in the Pilsen / Little Village neighborhood.

 

All Artists, Programs, Dates and Locations subject to change.

These performances generously sponsored by:

Official Restaurant & Hotel

Special Pre & Post-Concert 3-Course Menu, $35/person.
$9 valet parking during the concert with dinner purchase.