New Releases August 18: Laura Strickling, Jocelyn Hagen, and more
American women composers dominate this week’s releases and are even included in Bruce Liu’s latest solo piano recital, plus cellist Nicolas Alstaedt spotlights Finnish composer Olli Mustonen.
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New Releases May 26: Barbara Hannigan, Catalyst Quartet, and more
Music inspired by the Chevalier de Saint-Georges, the myth of Undine, and American sounds.
New Releases May 19: Grant Park Orchestra, Behzod Abduraimov, and more
The first release from Grant Park Orchestra in 15 years, plus new music from Behzod Abduraimov, Idith Meshulam Korman, and more.
Nova Linea Musica Announces 2026-27 Season
Nine world premieres, a new short film, and the 90th birthday celebration of Philip Glass.
Underrated Classical Music for Weddings (from a gigging musician)
Tired of Pachelbel's Canon in D and Mendelssohn's Wedding March? Here are other romantic selections to consider!
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.
Chicago Opera Theater Reveals 2026-27 Season
The season includes a rare operatic staging of a classic Oscar Wilde comedy.
New Releases May 12: Unconquered
Marta Aznavoorian tackles a concerto inspired by "Invictus"; Giancarlo Guerrero commissions two new works from rock star Kip Winger; and more powerful music.
Guarneri Hall Announces 2026-27 Season
The season opens with its flagship NEXUS Chamber Music Festival. followed by all nine Prokofiev piano sonatas, music of revolutions, and more.
Chicago Sinfonietta Pauses All Programming
In a statement on their website, Chicago Sinfonietta cites a lack of return to pre-pandemic audience revenue as the main driver behind their suspension.
