We are thrilled to welcome back violinist ILYA KALER. Described by Gramophone as a "magician, bewitching our ears", Mr, Kaler is the only violinist to win the Gold Medal at the Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow, the Sibelius Competition in Helsinki, and the Paganini Competition in Genoa. 

Mr Kaler has earned rave reviews for his solo appearances with many distinguished orchestras throughout the world, including the Leningrad. Moscow and Dresden Philharmonic Orchestras, the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, the Danish and Berlin Radio Orchestras, as well as many of the major American Orchestras. One of the most sought after teachers in the world, Kaler currently serves as the violin professor of the Cleveland Institute of Music. 

Joining Mr. Kaler will be his son, cellist DANIEL. A top prizewinner at the Medici International Music competition. Bach International Music Competition and Ravel Competition, among others, Daniel recently joined the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. The father and son will perform the great Double Concerto of Brahms and the Strings will play his beloved Symphony No. 1.

December 7
All Brahms

3pm | Free Admission
Highland Park High School
433 Vine Avenue

JOHANNES BRAHMS 

 Hungarian Dances 

 Concerto for Violin and Cello ( Double Concerto) in A minor, Op. 102 Ilya Kaler, Violin & Daniel Kaler, Cello 

 Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 68

"I wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed the concert yesterday at Ravinia. It was the first time I was able to attend one of your concerts. The ability to offer a delightful music venue out in the suburbs was extraordinary."
–Roberta Washlow 

"I hope my words can capture the joy that…the Strings brought to all of us fortunate enough to be at the concert yesterday. Neil joins me in saying thank you, thank you, thank you!!!"
–Lynne Samuels