Oh, and here is one more depending on your calendar (not shy about promoting a worthwhile event).

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The Grant Park Music Festival Presents

Cristina's Concert

Conductor Carlos Kalmar, Artists and Guests
of the Grant Park Orchestra


Cristina Purje
A Benefit Concert
for Cristina Purje

Friday, November 17, 2006
7:30 p.m.
Preston Bradley Hall
Chicago Cultural Center
78 East Washington Street


Cristina Purje, Grant Park Music Festival Library Intern, has been diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of adrenal cancer. The 26-year-old violinist, a Romanian citizen who came to the US to pursue her music education, does not have health insurance and does not qualify for public aid. This free concert is a benefit to raise funds and help offset Cristina's medical and living expenses.

Admission free. Reservations are required by calling
312-742-TIXS (8497).

Donations (checks only - no cash; minimum suggested amount $50) will be gratefully accepted.

Checks should be made out to the
Grant Park Orchestra Members Committee.



Grant Park Music Festival
205 East Randolph Drive
Chicago, IL 60601

312.742.7638

[email protected]