Music
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Feel-good music: Arlington Heights Community Concert Band to present ‘Good Vibes Only’Feb 18, 2026 9:29 am - The Arlington Heights Community Concert Band aims to lift listeners’ spirits with its upcoming concert, “GOOD VIBES ONLY.”
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Concerts Feb. 20-26: Brandi Carlile, Night Ranger, Andrea Bocelli and moreFeb 18, 2026 8:17 am - Upcoming concerts include Brandi Carlile at the Allstate Arena, Night Ranger at the Des Plaines Theatre and the Arcada Theatre, Andrea Bocelli at the United Center and more.
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Prairie Sky Quintet blends Baroque and contemporary at March 8 concertFeb 17, 2026 11:49 pm - The Prairie Sky Quintet will perform a blend of music from Baroque to contemporary at a concert on March 8 in Hinsdale.The concert is sponsored by the P.E.O. chapter MV sisterhood, which raises funds for women's education through freewill offerings.
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Forté Handbell Quartet brings ‘Resonance’ to Barrington UMCFeb 17, 2026 11:22 pm - Music lovers of all ages are invited to experience "Resonance," a handbell concert presented by Forté Handbell Quartet, an advanced ensemble from Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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North Central hosts Chords for Kids concertFeb 17, 2026 5:07 pm - On Feb. 28, North Central College is hosting its annual Chords for Kids concert, a free, sensory-friendly musical experience designed for children with special needs and their families.
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Best Bets: Rosemont’s EXP delivers new virtual reality experienceFeb 17, 2026 5:01 pm - Rosemont’s EXP virtual reality venue debuts its new medieval experience, John Mueller re-creates Buddy Holly’s final concert at the Raue Center for the Arts, and Tony Award winners perform at the Illinois Conservatory for the Arts’ benefit concert in Naperville.
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Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band to bring ‘Land of Hope and Dreams’ tour to Chicago April 29
Feb 17, 2026 1:40 pm - Bruce Springsteen is bringing his pointed political commentary back to American stages. The rock icon and the E Street Band announced Tuesday the launch of their “Land of Hope and Dreams” American tour, which comes to Chicago’s United Center Wednesday, April 29.
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How the 6-7 craze from Skrilla’s drill rap hit almost didn’t happen
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Things to do Feb. 20-26: Christopher Titus, Travel & Adventure Show, Peking Acrobats and moreFeb 17, 2026 6:55 am - Make plans to see Christopher Titus at the Chicago Improv in Schaumburg, the Travel and Adventure Show in Rosemont, the Peking Acrobats at the Genesee in Waukegan and more.
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What to stream: Emma Thompson, Jennifer Garner, ‘The Night Agent,’ Dove Cameron and Hilary Duff