We’re wanting for more warmth on the wind, but with the recent announcement of our 2022 season, you can start dreaming of those gorgeous summer days at Ravinia — smoothly soundracked by our Spotify playlists of 2022 highlights to come.
This year we divided teasers of the season into five playlists that sensationally showcase the variety and breadth of our musical offerings. Our staff added choice tracks that cover everything from Baroque to Top 40, Dutch klezmer to New Orleans bounce. You will definitely hear some classic favorites on your way to discovering new and exciting sounds.
Rock Solid
Our biggest playlist covers both rock and pop music with artists such as Stevie Nicks, Leslie Odom Jr., Sting, Why Don’t We, and more.
Classical Cresendos
Like the classical artists and works across each Ravinia season, this playlist rises to every occasion with orchestras, chamber groups, and soloists who play with personal panache plus memorable melodies from Alan Menken, Stephen Sondheim, Leonard Bernstein, and more that blaze up the senses and imagination.
Rustic Roots
Ravinia’s gorgeous Lawn in the summer is the perfect environment to hear the rustic sounds of country, Americana, and bluegrass from artists like Lyle Lovett, Keb’ Mo’, Old Crow Medicine Show, and Emmylou Harris.
Improvisation Nation
Jazz has been an institution at Ravinia since the 1950s with the likes of Louie Armstrong, Dave Brubeck, Duke Ellington, and Stan Kenton. Today we feature both the standards and the future of jazz with such artists as Ramsey Lewis, Trombone Shorty, esperanza spalding, and Carnegie Hall’s National Youth Jazz Orchestra.
Subwoofer Pushers
Tons of variety is packed into this playlist of hip-hop, R&B, house, and more. Give your speakers a workout with these party starters and body movers from such artists as Arrested Development, Big Freedia, Derrick Carter, Erykah Badu, and more.
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