Inspired by the elegance of the Belle Époque, this recital brings to life the refined world of French art song at the turn of the 20th century. Music by Fauré, Debussy, Ravel, and their contemporaries reflects a time of extraordinary artistic cross-pollination, where poetry and music merged to create works of shimmering beauty and emotional intimacy - perfectly suited to an intimate salon setting. The performance features Andrea Baker, soprano, and Evan Bravos, baritone, accompanied by pianist Nicholas Pothier.

The concert will last approximately one hour and will be followed by a reception where guests will have an opportunity to meet the artists.

Pack your picnic basket, grab your blanket and chairs, and chill your favorite beverages and head over for a special Courtyard Concert at Glessner House, part of our 2026 jazz series.

Our first jazz concert of the season will feature Elaine Dame, joined by celebrated pianist Jeremy Kahn. Since 1996, the woman Time Out Chicago calls “a jazz dynamo" and "a gem in the city's vocal jazz scene" has been turning heads and capturing attention at venerable jazz venues from coast to coast, bringing her unique, superlative interpretations to vintage vocal classics and modern standards alike.

Pack your picnic basket, grab your blanket and chairs, and chill your favorite beverages, it's time once again for Courtyard Concerts at Glessner House.  This is the first of two very special concerts featuring members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

The Chen String Quartet has been playing together for nine years. Robert Chen has been concertmaster of the CSO since 1999. Laura Chen is a former member of the first violin section of both Lyric Opera and Grant Park Symphony. They will be joined by their daughter Beatrice on viola and son Noah on cello.

Attendees will receive a special snack bag to enjoy during the concert!

Pack your picnic basket, grab your blanket and chairs, and chill your favorite beverages and head over for a special Courtyard Concert at Glessner House, part of our 2026 jazz series.

Second City Jazz, which has performed straight ahead jazz for Chicago area audiences for over 16 years, is looking forward to their return engagement at Glessner House. Pianist Jonah Orlofsky and bassist Chris Nemeth will be joined by Tommy Bradford on saxophone and Derek Henderson on drums, playing the music of Wayne Shorter, Thelonious Monk, Bill Evans, Horace Silver, Miles Davis, and more.

Pack your picnic basket, grab your blanket and chairs, and chill your favorite beverages and head over for a special Courtyard Concert at Glessner House, part of our 2026 jazz series.

One of Chicago’s most recognized voices, Wayne Messmer steps away from his role as a premier singer of the National Anthem to bringTheWayne Messmer Trio featuring Nate Niederkorn on guitar and Scott Mason on bass. This year, the trio presents “Saluting the Singer/Songwriters,” a performance featuring the music of James Taylor, Gordon Lightfoot, Jim Croce, Carol King, Paul Simon, David Gates, and more!

Pack your picnic basket, grab your blanket and chairs, chill your favorite beverages, and head over for a special Courtyard Concert at Glessner House, part of our 2026 jazz series.

Vocalist Petra van Nuis and guitarist Andy Brown settled in Chicago in 2003 where they regularly play such top jazz venues as the Green Mill, Jazz Showcase, Le Piano, Andy's Jazz Club, Winter's Jazz Club, Fitzgerald's Nightclub, and SPACE, as well as tour nationally and internationally. 

With a focus on swing-era music, Great American Songbook standards, and Brazilian bossa nova, their enormous repertoire encompasses obscurities as well as familiar favorites. Drawn toward songs with clever lyrics, lovely melodies, and rich harmonies, Petra and Andy are often praised for their elegant, nuanced approach and expressive, engaging demeanor, creating a presentation which blends technique with heart!

Pack your picnic basket, grab your blanket and chairs, and chill your favorite beverages, it's time once again for Courtyard Concerts at Glessner House.  This is the second of two very special concerts featuring members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

Our concert will feature CSO principal cellist John Sharp and Lyric Opera violinist Liba Shacht. A rare opportunity to hear these world-class musicians in the intimate setting of the Glessner courtyard.

Attendees will receive a special snack bag to enjoy during the concert!

Doors open at 6:00pm, concert begins at 6:30pm. Seating is not provided. The music will conclude around 7:30pm. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved into our coach house.

Pack your picnic basket, grab your blanket and chairs, and chill your favorite beverages and head over for a special Courtyard Concert at Glessner House, part of our 2026 jazz series.

Our final jazz concerts of the season will feature Suneetha Vaitheswaran and Friends, which entertains audiences with a broad selection of old and new standards arranged in the jazz tradition. Vocalist Suneetha Vaitheswaran performs at venues including Chicago’s legendary Jazz Showcase with world-class musicians and is a proven favorite here at Glessner House, too!

Pack your picnic basket, grab your blanket and chairs, and chill your favorite beverages and head over for a special Courtyard Concert at Glessner House, part of our 2026 jazz series.

Our final jazz concerts of the season will feature Suneetha Vaitheswaran and Friends, which entertains audiences with a broad selection of old and new standards arranged in the jazz tradition. Vocalist Suneetha Vaitheswaran performs at venues including Chicago’s legendary Jazz Showcase with world-class musicians and is a proven favorite here at Glessner House, too!