Playlist: WFMT Listeners’ First Favorites
We all came to love classical music in different ways. Here are some of the musical first loves of our WFMT listeners, in their own words.
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Favorite Songs
Songs by Sister Rosetta Tharpe, The Staples Singers, and even music for the jitterbug can be found on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s playlist.
7 Pieces of Classical Music Featuring Unusual Instruments
Expanding the orchestra's sonic palette with some truly unorthodox instruments!
Bach in the City: New Chicago Festival Debuts in March
The festival’s premiere concert will be held at Lincoln Park’s historic St. Vincent de Paul Church.
New Releases Jan. 14: 20th Century Deep Dive, Connection, and Clara Schumann
The compositions of two historical women composers: Clara Schumann and Ruth Gipps. Plus a survey of 20th century works by violinist Paul Huang, and dazzling male vocal ensemble Cantus.
Real Estate Developer, 47-Year WTTW-WFMT Trustee Daniel Levin, Dies at Age 94
Levin was one of the longest-serving trustees in the history of WTTW-WFMT, serving on the Board of Trustees for more than 47 years and as chair of the WFMT Radio Committee.
Classical Music Customs Explained
When to clap, when not to clap, and more classical music conventions, demystified and decoded.
Grant Park Music Festival 2025 Season: Guerrero Era Begins
Marking the free classical music festival's first season led by Artistic Director and Principal Conductor Giancarlo Guerrero.
In Their Own Words: Remembering Those Who Died in 2024
WFMT remembers those who died in 2024: those we know from our community and those we never met, but who spoke to us through their work.
Classical Countdown: New Year’s Eve Music to Strike the Perfect Note at Midnight
Curated celebratory classical music, and the exact second to press play so the music crescendos with the changing of the New Year.
7 Works for 7 Principles: Classical Music for Kwanzaa
Music from the 1800s to today to honor each of the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
