New Year’s Songs Around the World
From Bulgaria to Denmark, some of our most beloved — and unique — traditions come when it's time to welcome the New Year!
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Rare Cannonball Adderley 1966 Seattle concerts going digital
A rare collection of previously unissued recordings by legendary jazz saxophonist Cannonball Adderley is becoming more accessible thanks to two small jazz labels.
Chicago Musicians to Honor Elijah McClain in Violin Vigil
Under the baton of conductor and violinist Kyle J. Dickson, vigil attendees will play string arrangements of music by William Grant Still, Florence Price, Paul Simon, and Bill Withers to mourn and demand justice for Elijah McClain.
Spaghetti Western movie composer Ennio Morricone dead at 91
Italian composer Ennio Morricone, who created the coyote-howl theme for the iconic Spaghetti Western The Good, the Bad and the Ugly and an array of other films.
Playlist: Celebrating the New American Canon
We all love Sousa, Gershwin, and Copland. But what about the vanguard voices redefining what American classical music sounds like?
July 2020: Classical Livestream Planner
Even though in-person concerts have been suspended, many talented artists and ensembles are committed to sharing stunning music through the internet. Here’s a guide to some upcoming classical livestreams you should add to your calendar!
Have a Happy, Musical, and Safe Holiday With These 9 Chicago Performances
Just because we can't gather in person, it doesn't mean the weekend won't be fun and music-filled! Here are nine musical events (most of them virtual), that will provide a great soundtrack for your celebrations.
This Chicago Program is Helping Young Musicians of Color Break Barriers. Here’s How to Audition.
In arts and music, there's an important — but sometimes overlooked — facet of diversity that needs to be addressed: not just of the people in the audience, but also of the people onstage.
Playlist: Electrifying Classical Music Fireworks
With many of the major annual fireworks displays on hold this year because of COVID-19, WFMT is bringing you the fire with a curated playlist of pyrotechnic music.
Remembering Don Mueller
The name Don Mueller may not have been well known to all listeners, but WFMT's former director of operations was indispensible in his 30 years at the station.
WFMT, CSO Extend Joint Series ‘From the CSO’s Archives: Maestro’s Choice’ Into September
Featured in the eleven new programs is a wide array of music conducted by Muti, including selections by Bruckner, Berlioz, and Verdi. Additional programs are dedicated to performances conducted by Fritz Reiner, Pierre Boulez, and Bernard Haitink.
