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COVID Policies
Effective February 28, 2022, the City of Chicago has lifted COVID restrictions for venues. Masks will now be optional for anyone attending our events.Calendar
June 2022
Jean-Michel Pilc: Solo Piano
Self-taught pianist and composer Jean-Michel Pilc will perform a concert of his original work. Born in 1960 in Paris, now an American citizen, self-taught pianist and composer Jean-Michel Pilc has performed with numerous jazz giants: Roy Haynes, Michael Brecker, Dave Liebman, Jean Toussaint, Rick Margitza, Martial Solal, Michel Portal, Daniel Humair, Marcus Miller, Kenny Garrett, Lenny White, Chris Potter, John Abercrombie, Mingus Dynasty & Big Band, Lew Soloff, Richard Bona etc. He has also worked with Harry Belafonte, as his…
Find out more »Natasha Stojanovska – Piano Recital
Natasha Stojanovska, Macedonian Pianist and Composer, has just completed her Doctorate of Musical Arts at The Bienen School of Music, Northwestern University, Chicago IL in the studio of James Giles. She received her Artist Diploma and Master of Music in Piano Performance from Indiana University South Bend with Alexander Toradze and Ketevan Badridze; Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from Lynn University, Conservatory of Music with Roberta Rust. Ms. Stojanovska has performed solo and chamber music recitals in France, Portugal, Macedonia,…
Find out more »Violin & Piano Classical Concert
Violinist Hsuan Chen and pianists Vincent Catalano and Katrina Sudman join together from three different continents for an exciting and varied program of violin and piano music. The program includes works by Mozart, Beethoven, Czerny, as well as Romantic and 20th century composers. Chen, Catalano, and Sudman collaborate throughout the evening as violinist & pianist, piano four-hand duo, and soloists. Program: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Violin Sonata No.11 in G Major K.379 I. Adagio-Allegro II. Tema con variazioni Ludwig van Beethoven…
Find out more »Kayoung An: Piano Recital
Program: George Frederic Handel Keyboard Suite No.1 in B-flat major, HWV 434 Claude Debussy Images, Book II, L111 "Cloches à travers les feuilles" (Bells through the leaves "Et la lune descend sur le temple qui fut" (And the moon descends on the temple that was) "Poissons d'or" (Goldfish) William Bolcom Ghost Rags Graceful Ghost The Poltergeist Johannes Brahms Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel, Op.24 Pianist Kayoung An will…
Find out more »Christian Wachter: Piano Recital
Pianist Christian Wachter will perform works by Beethoven, Schumann, and Schubert. Christian Wachter, born in Palo Alto, California, began piano studies at the age of eight in the town of Bludenz, Austria at the local music school. As a young child he played in concerts and in competitions, a radio program and with orchestra. At the age of 15, Christian studied in the preparatory cycle at the University of Vienna with Prof. Jan Jiracek. He completed his academic «diplôme supérieur…
Find out more »September 2022
Eugenie Jones: players CD Release Tour
NW Vocalist of the Year/Recording of the Year Artist Eugenie Jones CD Release Tour Eugenie Jones Kevin Connell/piano Lonnie Plaxico/bass Douglas Plaxico/drums https://eugeniejones.com/
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Parking
PianoForte Studios is located at 1335 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605.
The easiest way to find parking near us is by using SpotHero. Click on their logo below to be redirected to their website.
If you prefer to go directly to a garage or lot, here is a list of a few in the area:
- 1234 S Michigan Avenue Garage - ParkMichigan Self Park Garage - Entrance on Michigan Avenue - Credit Card Only
- 1255 S Michigan Avenue Garage - Sky55 - Entrance on S 13th St - Credit Card Only
- 1408 S Wabash Avenue - Open Air Lot - Entrance on Wabash Avenue
Street parking on our block is unmetered, but finding a spot can be difficult at most times of the day. One block south of us there is metered street parking. We recommend having a backup plan if you decide to try to park on the street.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where are you located?
We are located on the east side of Michigan Avenue two blocks south of Roosevelt Rd. The address is 1335 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605. Our concert hall is on the 2nd Floor.
Where should I park?
Please see the Parking Section above.
Is there handicap access?
We have an elevator in the back of our building. The elevator is keyed and will require a staff member to escort you. If you aren't able to take the stairs please enter the front door of the building and ring the doorbell directly ahead of you in the entry area. One of our staff will be down shortly to help.
How many seats are in the hall? Is seating assigned or general?
Our concert hall seats a maximum of 100 people. We generally have chairs set up for 65 to 80 depending on the event. All of our concerts are general admission unless otherwise noted in the event description.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
Generally, yes. Unless a concert is extremely popular we will have tickets available at the door. You can pay either by cash or card.
How early should I arrive? What time will doors open?
The door open time depends on the artists and how long they feel they need to rehearse before the concert. In general doors will open 15 to 30 minutes before the event start time. We recommend arriving 10 to 20 minutes before the concert start time to get a seat and settle in before the show starts.
Do you have any recommendations on places to stay if we're visiting from out of town?
We have a partnership with the Best Western Grant Park Hotel at 1100 S Michigan Avenue. You can book through this link (Best Western) for a discounted rate.
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