Is a philharmonic the same thing? Essentially, a philharmonic and a symphony are the same, the only true difference is the origin of the name. The words originate from the Greek words. Philharmonic means “love of harmony,” while the word symphony means “an agreement of sound.”

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Chicago Philharmonic Summer Internship The internship includes mentorship and training in areas of arts administration such as marketing, development, operations, and community engagement, and includes a musical performance element guided by Chicago Philharmonic musicians. Interesting in applying? Send us an email!

David Geffen Hall is located at Lincoln Center, West 65th and Broadway, on Manhattan's Upper West Side. Take the 1 local train to 66th Street / Lincoln Center Station. The M5, M7, M10, M11, M66, and M104 bus lines all stop within one block of Lincoln Center.