New Releases June 23: Katia & Marielle Labèque, John Williams, and more
Celebrating outstanding milestones and anniversaries in the musical world.
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Maria João Pires Pauses all Public Performances
The internationally-acclaimed Portuguese pianist released a statement explaining her decision.
Classical Music’s Greatest Marathons: The Longest Works Ever Composed
Marathons, not sprints...
CSO Assistant Principal Trumpet Mark Ridenour to Retire After 31 Years
Appointed by Daniel Barenboim in 1994, Ridenour's final performances with the orchestra will take place this weekend, as the CSO performs Verdi's Requiem with music director emeritus for life Riccardo Muti.
‘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.
Nova Linea Musica returns for second season
The announcement comes on the heels of the group’s sold-out inaugural 2024-25 season, which saw performances by the Dover Quartet, Nois Saxophone Quartet, and the Black Oak Ensemble.
Pianist Alfred Brendel Dies, Aged 94
The prolific pianist, writer, and composer leaves behind a profound recording catalog and legacy with hundreds of albums released between the 1950s and the 2000s.
New Releases Jun. 17: Clarinet, Richter, Mäkelä, Christie
A pair of albums showcase clarinetists Andreas and Daniel Ottensamer, we hear a lost recording from 20th century piano virtuoso Sviatoslav Richter, plus new recordings from conductors Klaus Mäkelä and William Christie.
Juneteenth Events and Performances 2025
Juneteenth celebrations in Chicago this year include parades, historic walks, music concerts and more!
The Evolution of the Orchestra: Brass
The oldest surviving metal trumpets, constructed of silver and copper, were discovered in the tomb of the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun. So how did we get to today's lineup?
Video: 5 Questions with Giancarlo Guerrero
The Nicaragua-born Costa Rican conductor visited WFMT to preview the upcoming Grant Park season, discuss his favorite summertime activities, and more.
