Oldest known whale recording could unlock mysteries of the ocean
Woods Hole scientists discovered the song while digitizing old audio recordings last year. The recording was on a well-preserved disc created by a Gray Audograph, a kind of dictation machine used in the 1940s.
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6 Infamous, Disastrous Classical Premieres
Some of today's most beloved works of classical music weren't well received when they made their debuts!
Judith Jamison, transcendent dancer and artistic director of Alvin Ailey company, dies at 81
As a dancer, choreographer, director and speaker, Judith Jamison's distinguished career leaped over barriers of race and gender.
Grammy Nominees 2025
Dive in to the classical, jazz, contemporary, folk, screen, and stage nominees!
Chicago Sinfonietta Names Viral Historian Shermann “Dilla” Thomas Artist-in-Residence
"Dilla" has made a name for himself with his engaging content about his hometown — exemplified by his unofficial motto: “everything dope about America comes from Chicago.”
President Biden Awards Chicago Arts, Journalism Champion Bruce Sagan the National Medal of the Arts
In his acceptance statement, Sagan reflected on the critical role of the arts “to the quality of life in our complex changing world,” as they serve to “both entertain us and educate us.”
Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with everyone from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, dies at 91
Jones rose from running with gangs on the South Side of Chicago to the very heights of show business, becoming one of the first Black executives to thrive in Hollywood and amassing an extraordinary musical catalog.
Al Capone: Mob Boss and… Music Lover?
During his reign in Chicago, Al Capone, who you may not know loved opera, was one of the city's biggest jazz impresarios.
10 Indigenous Musicians You Should Know
Celebrating indigenous North American artists creating incredible works in the fields of classical, folk, and even experimental music.
Respected Chicago Sinfonietta Leader to Depart
Under Blake-Anthony Johnson's helm, the orchestra has seen increases in revenue, budget, musician base pay, and staff.
New Chopin Unearthed Nearly 200 Years After Composition
Short in length, the newly unearthed waltz bears many of Chopin’s signature characteristics: drama, melancholy, and a penchant for beautiful melodies.
