The New York Times – Music:
The Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians in Chicago has built community and pushed musical boundaries for 60 years. Hear 13 tracks from this jazz institution.
Category: Chicago (Ill)
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Major Winter Storm Dumps Snow Across Midwest and Upends Travel
The New York Times – Travel:
More than 1,100 flights were canceled at Chicago airports as the storm disrupted travel for those headed home after Thanksgiving.
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Jim McNeely, Innovative Composer for Jazz Big Bands, Dies at 76
The New York Times – Music:
A Grammy-winning pianist, he was renowned for works that created “new ideas about line, harmony, rhythm, sound and musical architecture,” one admirer wrote.
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Plane and Aircraft Tug Collide in Chicago, Critically Injuring Driver
The New York Times – Travel:
The wing of an Air Wisconsin plane struck the vehicle, which was trying to cross a taxiway at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, officials said.
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Exploring Chicago on a Budget
The New York Times – Frugal Traveler:
Recommendations from a city-dweller on where to find excellence in music, art, theater and food without spending a fortune.
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‘Modern Love Podcast’: Liza Colón-Zayas, of ‘The Bear,’ on Loving Someone Who’s in the Fight of Their Life
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Why it’s so hard to know what to say when the people we’re closest to need us most.
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Andrew Davis, 80, Dies; Renowned Conductor Who Championed Britain’s Music
The New York Times – Music:
Celebrated for his long tenure with Lyric Opera of Chicago, he led this and other orchestras with force and a notably energetic podium presence.
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The Best Restaurants in Chicago
The New York Times – Travel:
We scouted the city’s vast food scene, from stellar hot dogs and renowned Italian beefs to refined tasting menus. (And we’re here for your comments.).
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The Era of Klaus Mäkelä, Conducting Phenom, Begins in Chicago
The New York Times – Music:
On Thursday, the richly talented 28-year-old maestro led the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for the first time since being named its next music director.