An evening of music by Liszt, featuring conductors Leonard Bernstein and Kurt Masur and pianist André Watts. 9:00 pm.
Ragtime selections — both original and from Joplin — in this rebroadcast from September 2017. Noon.
The American soprano spoke about commissioning Barber’s Knoxville, Summer of 1915. 11:00 pm.
Celebrating the New American Canon [PLAYLIST]
We all love Sousa, Gershwin, and Copland. But what about the new(er) entrants to the canon of American classical composers? This Independence Day, we’ve compiled a playlist of just some of the vanguard voices redefining what American classical music sounds like.
July 2020: Classical Livestream Planner
Even though in-person concerts have been suspended, many talented artists and ensembles are committed to sharing stunning music through the internet. Here’s a guide to some upcoming classical livestreams you should add to your calendar!
Have a Happy, Musical, and Safe Holiday With These 9 Chicago Performances
Just because we can't gather in person, it doesn't mean the weekend won't be fun and music-filled! Here are nine musical events (most of them virtual), that will provide a great soundtrack for your celebrations.
This Chicago Program is Helping Young Musicians of Color Break Barriers. Here’s How to Audition.
As classical music organizations around the country are strategizing on how best to engage a race- and age-diverse audience, another important facet of diversity needs to be addressed: not just of the people in the audience, but also of the people onstage. A September 2016 report from the League of American Orchestras indicates just how far US classical music organizations ...
20 Electrifying Classical Music Fireworks to Set Off This Holiday Weekend [PLAYLIST]
With many of the major annual fireworks displays on hold this year because of COVID-19, WFMT is bringing you the fire with a curated playlist of pyrotechnic music.
Remembering Don Mueller
The name Don Mueller may not have been well known to all listeners, but WFMT's former director of operations was indispensible in his 30 years at the station.
WFMT, CSO Extend Joint Series ‘From the CSO’s Archives: Maestro’s Choice’ Into September
Featured in the eleven new programs is a wide array of music conducted by Muti, including selections by Bruckner, Berlioz, and Verdi. Additional programs are dedicated to performances conducted by Fritz Reiner, Pierre Boulez, and Bernard Haitink.
Standing On The Corner: Classical, Jazz, Hip-Hop & All Else
Though firmly avant-garde, Standing On The Corner's talents have earned them notoriety among mainstream acts. Now, the "post-genre" ensemble's distinctive musical palette has grown to include classical music.
Broadway shutdown due to virus extended again until January
NEW YORK (AP) — The shutdown on Broadway has been extended again — until at least early January. Although an exact date for performances to resume has yet to be determined, Broadway producers are now offering refunds and exchanges for tickets purchased for shows through Jan. 3. Broadway theaters abruptly closed on March 12, knocking out all shows — including ...
Musicians Protest in Harmony: Violin Vigils for Elijah McClain
As protests in the ongoing fight against systemic racism and police brutality continue, musicians are coming together to pay tribute and raise awareness after the death of fellow violinist, Elijah McClain.
