Anthony McGill: An Evening of Performance and Conversation

Born and raised on Chicago’s South Side, Anthony McGill has carved out a stellar career in classical music. He is equally recognized as an orchestra musician, a chamber musician, soloist, and teacher. Recently appointed principal clarinet of the New York Philharmonic after a decade with the Metropolitan Opera, he’s also one of just a few African American musicians to hold such a position (his brother, Demarre, happens to be another). McGill returns home to perform and discuss his career – from his solo performance at Carnegie Hall to his gig of a lifetime playing President Obama’s 2009 inauguration – his family, and the state of diversity in classical music. CHF Associate Artistic Director Alison Cuddy will join him for a conversation and Winston Choi will perform piano accompaniment. This program is generously underwritten by Allstate Insurance Company. This program was recorded on October 25, 2015 as part of the 26th annual Chicago Humanities Festival, Citizens: See upcoming CH