Listening to Singers with Oliver Camacho

Saturdays at 4:00 pm

Discover or rediscover your love for the art of singing: an hour for newcomers and connoisseurs alike

Have you ever wondered why people become obsessed with opera? Do you know the difference between an art song and an aria? Is there a singer whose voice goes right to your heart, but you can’t put your finger on why? Each week, Oliver Camacho shares his passion for vocal performance across many genres with highly personal analysis and anecdotes. Learn about the technical aspects of singing, the qualities that make certain artists beloved, opera highlights to help you prepare for upcoming Chicago-area performances, and more. 

Louise Alder in a Union Kack-inspired gown on the stage of Royal Albert Hall; the BBC Symphony Orchestra and conductor Elim Chan behind her; a large crowd with many holding Union Jack flags in front of her.

Last Night of the Proms 2025

July 11, 2026, 4:00 pm

Highlights from last year's celebration featuring soprano Louise Alder, the BBC Singers, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra conducted by Elim Chan.

Felicity Lott smiling widely, in a sleeveless black gown with a purple bolero jacket and a layered rhinestone necklace; purple backdrop mathches color of jacket

Remembering Dame Felicity Lott (1947-2026)

July 18, 2026, 4:00 pm

WFMT remembers the great English soprano who passed away earlier this year.

B/W Collage of two portraits of Frederica von Stade (left) and Susan Graham (right)

Frederica von Stade and Susan Graham

July 25, 2026, 4:00 pm

Music and conversation with the two legendary American mezzo-sopranos.