Bill McGlaughlin, Exploring Music Host and Champion of Classical Music, Dies
The Peabody Award-winning musician, educator, composer, conductor, and founding host of WFMT's internationally syndicated radio series leaves behind an extraordinary legacy.
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Silkroad Finds Sanctuary in Local Collaborations
As the Silkroad Ensemble embarks on their 2026 tour, extra time has been set aside for performing with local ensembles in each city.
New Releases Mar 10: Windsync, Thomas Mesa, and Gil Shaham
The latest works from fan-favorites and newer ensembles alike.
CSO Reveals 2026-27 Season
From a new Artist-in-Residence, to the 200th anniversary of Beethoven's death, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra has announced a characteristically impressive blend of programming.
Women’s History Month Highlights on WFMT
March music highlights to honor Women's History Month.
New Releases Mar 3: Melodies from Eastern Europe
Albums honoring Slavic composers, plus brand new recordings from Olivia Belli and Sonia Wieder-Atherton.
Music of the Baroque Announces 2026-27 Season
The season features pianist Dame Imogene Cooper's final Chicago performance and a collaboration with Concert Theater Works.
New Releases Feb 24: Elsa Barraine, Alexander Lloyd Blake, and more
Brand new recordings, including music about resistance.
Figure Skating’s Classical Music Connection
Even as new genres find their place on Olympic ice, the familiar strains of Tchaikovsky, Ravel, and Stravinsky continue to play alongside the athletes.
Chicago Celebrates the Year of the Horse
Celebrations abound in and around Chicago, with performances and festivities from Chinese, Thai, Korean, and Filipino traditions, to name a few.
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.
