‘Jaws’ and the two musical notes that changed Hollywood forever
The shark does not appear until the 81-minute mark of the 124-minute film. But its presence is felt through Williams’ theme, which some music scholars have theorized evoke the shark’s heartbeat.
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QUIZ | Can you match these musical prints and paintings to their artist?
We found some of the most musical works in the Art Institute of Chicago's collection. Can you identify who created them?
Celebrate 125 Years of the Art Institute of Chicago with WFMT! An Art-Inspired Morning of Music on Dec. 8
WFMT is proud to celebrate the Art Institute of Chicago’s 125th anniversary – here’s to 125 more years of great art!
Rome opera hires Gatti, who lost job over #MeToo allegations
Rome's opera house on Friday defended hiring conductor Daniele Gatti, who was fired by an Amsterdam-based orchestra last summer over sexual misconduct allegations.
Salonen to become San Francisco Symphony music director
Salonen will take the baton from longtime music director Michael Tilson Thomas with the 2020-21 season.
Video: Cast of Lyric’s Cinderella Joins WFMT for a Live Backstage Preview
What is it about Cinderella fairy tale that grabs readers, viewers, audiences, and listeners alike? In between riveting vocal performances, two opera stars shared what makes the story so very resonant.
Video | Chanticleer Returns to WFMT for an Impromptu of Festive Holiday Music
Chanticleer, a leading men's vocal group returned to WFMT for an Impromptu and Facebook Live video broadcast of joyous holiday songs. Enjoy the full video broadcast here!
Music in the Prairie State: 5 facts you didn’t know about Illinois music
On December 3, 1818, Illinois became the 21st state in the union. You might know about the Prairie State's most famous resident, Abraham Lincoln, but did you know these 5 facts about Illinois music?
Days after concert, Gaza’s grand piano seized by merchant
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — A local businessman on Wednesday seized the Gaza Strip’s only grand piano, claiming he owned the instrument, just days after it made its public debut in a landmark concert following a complicated international restoration effort. Sunday’s recital provided a lucky audience a rare opportunity to see a live concert in Gaza, whose cultural offerings ...
Callas in Chicago: ‘Master Class’ and ‘Maria by Callas’
What a time to be a fan of one of the iconic sopranos of the 20th century! Maria Callas enthusiasts in Chicago can delight in having not one, but two outings to immerse themselves in the life and music of the acclaimed diva.
‘What was your secret, Montserrat?’: Larry Johnson Remembers Caballé’s Lyric Debut
In 1970, Montserrat Caballé was in only the fifth year of her international career and was, without doubt, one of the greatest voices to be heard in opera.
