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There was looting in Chicago. I hope that things get better there. The looters need to go to jail. One of the things that Chicago is known for is their storied symphony orchestra.
It was founded in 1891 and is one of the "Big Five Orchestras". The other four are the New York Philharmonic, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra and the Cleveland Orchestra. They are all in the north east. The current director is Riccardo Muti. The controversial German conductor William Furtwangler (1886-1954) was offered the position as conductor but it was withdrawn. the Chicago Symphony orchestra was one of the first orchestras in America to have radio broadcasts which in 1925. They are still broadcasted today. They are known for their Ravina Music Festival in the summer which is the oldest outdoor music festival in America. I have numerous recordings of the Chicago symphony Orchestra which I enjoy listening to. They have been with various conductors and on various labels. Chicago has a storied history. I enjoy visiting Chicago and I am glad the Cubs won the world series. I hope that things simmer down there soon.
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