5 Questions with Sidney P. Jackson, Jr.
The new President of Chicago Sinfonietta reflects on his move to the city and his visions for the future.
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Playlist: Classical Music You Probably Know (But Can’t Name): Vol. 2
Whether it's cartoons, famous commercials, or cross-genre collaborations, you may be surprised to learn that you recognize this batch of music.
Muti ends 13 seasons with Chicago Symphony Orchestra with praise and honors — and Beethoven
“I belong to another period of making music, of approaching the scores, of asking for a lot of time for rehearsals, especially in opera.”
Riccardo Muti becomes Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s music director emeritus for life
The announcement was made on the stage of Orchestra Hall on Friday night after a performance of Beethoven's “Missa Solemnis,” the start of Muti's final subscription weekend as music director.
Tony-winning lyricist Sheldon Harnick ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ creator, dies at 99
Harnick was born and raised in Chicago and earned a bachelor’s degree in music from the Northwestern University School of Music after serving in the army during World War II.
UChicago Presents Unveils 2023-24 Season
Featuring classical, contemporary, jazz, world music, and performing arts events.
Key WFMT Producer, Host, Programmer Lois Baum Has Died, 87
Lois Baum’s long and illustrious time with WFMT began in 1964.
Playlist: Classical Music You Probably Know (But Can’t Name): Vol. 1
Classical music can be nigh on impossible to find unless you know exactly what you're looking for. Let us help!
Classical Music in the Loop as Guarneri Hall Announces 5th Anniversary Season
Over six programs, Guarneri will present wide-ranging explorations of chamber music repertoire.
Juneteenth Events in Chicago 2023
Concerts, festivals, and more to celebrate Juneteenth in Chicago.
The Beatles are releasing their ‘final’ record. AI helped make it possible
Says Paul McCartney, “We were able to take John’s voice and get it pure through this AI so then we could mix the record as you would do. It gives you some sort of leeway.”
