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1. Chicago Symphony Orchestra
- Home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
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- Classical Music/Opera
- Loop
- Nile Expert Tip: How can you go wrong with a 110 year old orchestra that is one of the best in the world? The CSO is a...
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2. Kingston Mines
- Down 'n' dirty blues
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- Jazz/Blues
- Lincoln Park
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3. Green Mill
- Swinging former speakeasy
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- Jazz/Blues
- Far North Side
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4. Subterranean
- Multi-level music venue and lounge
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- Wicker Park & Bucktown
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5. Funky Buddha Lounge
- Diverse and funky club
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- Market District/River West
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6. The Underground
- An army of fun
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- Loop
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7. Smart Bar
- House Music Hot Spot
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- Lakeview & Wrigleyville
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8. Civic Opera House
- Chicago's pride
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- Classical Music/Opera
- Loop
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9. Vic Theatre (The Vic)
- Concerts and films
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- Live Music
- Lakeview & Wrigleyville
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10. Hangge-Uppe
- Rock the night away
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- River North
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The Best of NileGuide
- You have arrived at one of the best places in the country to see music; after all, Chicago is the home of the blues. You will not have to listen too closely to hear the beats of blues, jazz, indie and other live concerts at great venues like the legendary Kingston Mines or Schubas. The summer months bring the Grant Park Music Festival, where a bottle of wine, a friend and the sounds of classical music make for a perfect evening. Any visit should also include taking in a concert with the acclaimed Chicago Symphony Orchestra. With so many genres and venues to check out, you will surely see the musical soul of Chicago.
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