Summer and fall have long been peak festival season here in Chicago. But this year takes things even further. Multi-day extravaganzas are everywhere this autumn: You have your time-honored jazz ...

Geof Bradfield Quintet, Sept. 19-22 at the Jazz Showcase, 806 S. Plymouth Ct.; tickets $20-$40; more information at jazzshowcase.com Geof Bradfield Quintet, Nov. 1 and 2 at the Green Mill, 4802 N.

Fall in Atlanta brings with it a healthy range of jazz and classical concerts. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra starts its new season with cellist Alisa Weilerstein on Oct. 3 at Symphony Hall and also ...