Music
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Aurora’s Wesley UMC to host hymn sing July 12Jul 08, 2026 1:58 pm - Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora will host a hymn sing on Sunday, July 12, led by Thew Elliott, director of liturgy and music.
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Artist Series to feature Elgin flutist Miguel Rodriguez at Huntley churchJul 08, 2026 1:48 pm - On Aug. 2, Miguel Rodriguez, who’s pursuing a master’s degree in flute performance at Carnegie Mellon in the fall, will perform a free flute recital, accompanied by pianist Nathan Canfield, at Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley.
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Concerts July 10-16: Billy Idol, Rush, John Mellencamp and moreJul 08, 2026 8:26 am - Upcoming concerts include Billy Idol at Ravinia Festival, John Mellencamp at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre, Tyler Childers at Wrigley Field, Harry Connick Jr. at Ravinia Festival, Rush at the United Center and more.
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Music Review: More new Stones tunes? ‘Foreign Tongues’ expands on a late, stunning creative burstJul 08, 2026 7:46 am - On the Rolling Stones’ new album, “Foreign Tongues,” Mick Jagger’s voice is in fine form. How has it stayed this potent, as he turns 83?
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Review: With 2 new guitarists, Bob Dylan paints a near-masterpiece in concert ahead of Chicago show WednesdayJul 08, 2026 7:01 am - In Monday night’s concert in Minnesota, Bob Dylan was focused, committed, age-appropriately laidback and in seriously fine voice. He’s playing Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island in Chicago Wednesday, July 8. Tickets are still available.
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25 seasons in, with more to come, Christopher Bell has built the Grant Park Chorus into Chicago’s finestJul 07, 2026 4:08 pm - Christopher Bell lives for double-takes. The Grant Park Music Festival attracts vocal soloists who have sung on the world’s most prestigious stages. Dress rehearsals are ...
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Things to do July 10-16: Windmill City Festival, Kane County Fair, Vernon Hills Days and moreJul 07, 2026 6:39 am - Mark your calendar for Windmill City Festival, Windy City Smokeout, Glendale Heights Fest, the Kane County Fair, Vernon Hills Days, Itasca Fest, McHenry Fiesta Days and more.
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Lombard’s Music on Maple Series continues July 10Jul 06, 2026 11:10 pm - The Lombard Historical Society's Music on Maple Street continues with Dave Hiltebrand on July 10 and Dawn Xiana Moon on Aug. 14 at the Bill Mueller Memorial Gazebo.
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Best Bets: Lizzo makes Ravinia Festival debut SaturdayJul 06, 2026 10:42 am - Singer/songwriter/flutist Lizzo makes her Ravinia Festival debut and comedians Tony Rock headlines The Lighthouse at American Place Casino and Joe Avery laughs it up at Zanies in Rosemont.
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What to stream: ‘Backrooms,’ Rolling Stones and ‘Little House on the Prairie’
Jul 06, 2026 5:15 am - The latest Rolling Stones album and the streaming debut of the hit movie “Backrooms” are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.