8:00 pm – A concert offering festive sounds of the season, recorded at the National Museum of Mexican Art.
7:00 pm – Focusing on music written during the latter part of Tchaikovsky's life.
11:00 pm – An exclusive conversation with the American singer backstage at Chicago's Aragon Ballroom in 1970.
Best Classical Christmas Albums of 2025
From the serene to the upbeat, this stockingful of 2025 Christmas albums will fill your festivities with joy and wonder.
Don't Miss a Beat
New Releases Dec 16: Sonic Patchwork
Bertrand Chamayou & Leif Ove Andsnes pay respects to Franz Schubert; brand new brass works highlighting the instrument family.
Muti Recognized by Pope Leo at the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV presented Muti with the 2025 Ratzinger Prize following the Vatican's Christmas concert on December 12th.
The Music of Home
Karisa Chiu collaborated with pianist Zhu Wang and Cedille Records to shape a personal debut reflecting her Chicago roots and family heritage.
New Releases Dec 9: The Approaching Holidays
A monumental box set marking the 400th anniversary of Louis Couperin and a set of new holiday albums.
New Releases Dec 2: International Chopin Festival Winner
Uncovering some hidden gems of Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Welsh composer Grace Williams, and more.
Chicago Chorale Founder Announces Retirement
The 75 year-old Artistic Director and Founding member has spent the last 24 years developing the ensemble: now, he is handing off the reins to someone else.
Playlist: Gratitude and Giving Thanks
Works by composers for the people and places that shaped them – music filled with warmth, reflection, and appreciation.
New Releases Nov. 25: Works to Cherish
Uncovering some hidden gems of Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Welsh composer Grace Williams, and more.
Chicago Holiday Performances Guide 2025: Concerts, Nutcrackers, Jazz, and more
. From all corners of the city and beyond, take part in holiday cheer with music to suit every palate.
Holiday Programming on WFMT 2025
The winter holidays are right around the corner, and WFMT has a feast of musical offerings to make the season bright!
