Chicago Immigrant Orchestra Revival Celebrates Cross-Cultural Collaboration
This weekend, the ensemble celebrates five years with an album reaching across cultural barriers.
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After 18+ Months, Muti Will Return To Chicago To Kick Off 2021-22 CSO Season
Riccardo Muti will return to Chicago this September to launch the 2021-22 CSO season, his first stint conducting the CSO in Symphony Center since February 2020.
A Walking Tour of 12 LGBTQ+ Artists Whose Legacies Are on Display in Chicago
In the Lakeview Neighborhood, the Legacy Walk, a series of ten 25-foot pylons, recognizes influential figures across genders, races, and fields.
NY Philharmonic to resume subscription performance Sept. 17
Following a historic 18-month gap, the NY Phil will present a shortened schedule in a season shifted from Lincoln Center's David Geffen Hall while the orchestra's home is remodeled.
Famous German boys’ choir to add separate choir for girls
One of Germany's most famous Catholic boys' choirs plans to establish a separate choral group for girls for the first time in its more than 1,000-year history.
Grant Park Music Festival Announces Full Capacity for Entire Season
In conjunction with Chicago's ongoing reopening, the Grant Park Music Festival will offer full-capacity seating for its entire 2021 season.
Chicago Sinfonietta ‘Revels’ in 2021-22 Returns to Live Concerts
The Chicago Sinfonietta has over 30 years of experience making classical music relevant, accessible, and reflective of Chicago’s diverse communities. This season, the orchestra is tackling diversity through the lens of joy.
Preview: A Look at the Live Music Of North Shore Chamber Music Fest
Enjoy the beauty of live music-making (even if you aren’t there in person) with a star-studded chamber music sampler of works new and old.
Vinyl records surge during pandemic, keeping sales spinning
Music lovers sent vinyl record sales soaring during the pandemic, giving retailers something to cheer on Record Store Day: Saturday, June 12.
Watch WFMT’s Latest Classical Conversations With Jessie Montgomery
"Whenever people buy a ticket to a concert, they're committing to a shared experience..." composer, violinist, and educator Jessie Montgomery reflects.
Music of the Baroque Is Back With Messiah, Mozart, Haydn for 2021-22
Music of the Baroque today announced its plans for a 2021-22 season, the venerable Chicago area ensemble’s 51st.
