Dee Alexander Among 2026 Jazz Legacy Fellows
On February 17, 2026, the Mellon Foundation announced its 2026 Jazz Legacy Fellows: a prestigious distinction honoring lifetime achievements of the world’s top 12 jazz artists.
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Chamber Music on the Fox Returns for 10th Season
Across five flagship programs and two additional special events, the series mines chamber repertoire spanning centuries.
Anthony Freud to retire as head of Lyric Opera of Chicago at end of 2023-24 season
Freud turns 66 in October and intends to return to Britain after the season.
Video: Pianist Jiao Sun Plays Liszt, Debussy, Chopin, and More
Jiao Sun, a US-based pianist originally from Harbin, China, visited Chicago for a captivating recital.
These Quotes From Classical Composers Will Make You Fall in Love With Music All Over Again!
Not only are these composers' musical works an inspiration, but their words are, too! Here are some of the most beautiful insights you'll read all day.
‘Opus,’ the farewell of Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto, will premiere at Venice Film Festival
Sakamoto had been battling cancer since 2014, and could no longer do concert performances, and so he turned to film. The filming took place over several days, just a half year before his death on March 28 at 71.
Playlist: 8 Popular Songs that Sample Classical Music
Musicians from rap to alternative to K-Pop and beyond look to classical music for inspiration! Here are just a few creative examples.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra will return with heavy metal holiday tour, ‘The Ghosts of Christmas Eve’
The heavy metal, classical music, theater production, pyrotechnics, and laser lightshow hybrid will stop in Chicago in late December.
Playlist: Classical Music for Chores
With this upbeat, energizing playlist, you may actually find yourself enjoying your chores!
Classical Music-Loving Animals to Bring a Smile to Your Face
Humans aren’t the only animals who love big orchestras! Check out our favorite videos of animals dancing along with, singing to, and enjoying classical music.
Apollo’s Fire Returns for 4 Chicago Programs in ’23-24
The Cleveland-based Baroque orchestra made its Chicago debut in 2016 and has since established a strong presence in the city.
