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Chicago Symphony puts up with ringing phones

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Chicago Symphony puts up with ringing phones

From Tim Sawyier on Chicago Classical Review:

… In addition to the awkward clapping that punctuated the Stravinsky concerto on Thursday, there were also jangling cellphones during transparent moments, a young man texting from the front row of the lower balcony, and quiet conversations murmuring everywhere throughout. Perhaps a slightly less formal air at orchestra concerts is not the worst development, but this sort of thing really compromises the experience for those who wish to listen in a focused, sustained way.

pictured: Vilde Frang, soloist (Todd Rosenberg/CSO)

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