From the NY Times
And the Brass Ring Goes to Chicago Symphony: Riccardo Muti Says Yes
By DANIEL J. WAKIN
Published: May 6, 2008
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra has lured Riccardo Muti, one of a dwindling band of podium eminences.

At the Philharmonic, Musings About Muti
By DANIEL J. WAKIN
Published: May 7, 2008
The announced union of Riccardo Muti and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra left 100 jilted suitors at Avery Fisher Hall.

From Alex Ross: The Rest is Noise
Muti Goes Windy
May 7, 2008