The Fantasy of Madama Butterfly

Matthew Ozawa spoke with WFMT about how virtual reality – paired with a deep love of the genre – might help audiences see one of opera's biggest works in a new light.

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Revolutions: The Rise and Fall (and Rise) of Classical Music LPs

“One of the things about classical music is that when you buy a used record — it's often in really good shape,” says Rick Wojcik.

Leif Segerstam, Conductor Who Wrote Over 350 Symphonies, Dies, 80

Segerstam served as artistic director of Stockholm's Royal Opera and chief conductor of the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra, among other ensembles.

Open House Chicago 2024: Arts and Music Sites to Explore

22 of the nearly 200 sites that we think art and music lovers won't want to pass up!

Nine Legendary Ninths: Superstitions & Symphonies

Were these composers doomed or divinely inspired? Decide for yourself!

Dies irae: How a 13th-Century Chant Became Synonymous with Scary

What is it about this music that is so hair-raising?

Chicago Halloween Arts Events 2024

Concerts, festivals, and more to celebrate Halloween in Chicago.

The Art of Piano Tuning

Bill Schwartz is one of Chicago's most sought after piano technicians. Tuning a piano is a focused process, requiring not just technical skill, but also an intimate understanding of the instrument.

Upcoming John Williams Doc Celebrates Legendary Film Composer

John Williams’s illustrious career has spanned over 70 years. A new documentary taps into film and music's most celebrated luminaries to tell his story.

Grant Park Music Festival Names New Artistic Director and Principal Conductor

The appointment is effective immediately, and begins with the programming of the cherished summer festival’s 2025 season.

A Mozart Hidden Gem: New Composition Discovered in Germany

The mysterious work may well date from the prolific composer's teenage years.

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