New Releases Apr 21: Songs and Strings
Albums marking several ocassions including Earth Day and 200 years of Schubert.
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Lyric 25-26: Medea, Salome, Frida, Smashing Pumpkins, and More
The company’s slate of presentations includes two world premieres, two Lyric premieres, and several new productions.
New Releases Mar. 11: Composer Focuses
Explore landmark works by Jean Sibelius and Aram Khachaturian, plus unheralded repertoire by Gaetano Donizetti, Ernest Chausson, John Field, and Marie de Grandval.
Broadway musical ‘Hamilton’ cancels plans to play the Kennedy Center in 2026
Organizers cited President Donald Trump’s shakeup of the institution’s leadership as their reason for canceling.
Music of the Baroque ’25-26 ‘Emerald’ Anniversary Season
Celestial Voices, Fathers and Sons, Baroque Blockbusters and other fascinating fare for the ensemble's 55th season.
CSO Unveils ’25-26 Season, New Artist-in-Residence
With a characteristically star-studded lineup of conductors and soloists.
New Releases Mar. 4: Hough, Okpebholo, Schumann, Walton — Plus Soviet Censorship and Latin Rhythms
Album-length explorations of works by Chicago's Shawn E. Okpebholo, pianist-composer Stephen Hough, as well as the 20th-century master William Walton and Romantic era great Robert Schumann.
The Hidden Gems of Maurice Ravel
Among the composer's lesser known works are pieces inspired by ticking clocks, talking animals, and Madagascar folk songs!
Women’s History Month 2025: Music & Arts Celebrations Across Chicago
This March, celebrate the creativity and influence of women artists across music and beyond in these performances and events across Chicago.
Women’s History Month Highlights on WFMT
March music highlights to honor Women's History Month.
