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WFMT Classical Conversations: Chicago Jazz Philharmonic

WFMT hosted Chicago Jazz Philharmonic’s Orbert Davis and Mark Ingram, who discussed Davis’s Emmy-winning score for WTTW’s DuSable to Obama: Chicago’s Black Metropolis, their love of jazz, and more.

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WFMT | February 2, 2023

Special Programming: Black History Month Saturday

WFMT | February 1, 2023

2023 Grammy Winners & Nominees in Classical, Jazz, Soundtrack, and More

Associated Press | February 1, 2023

World champion says Rubik’s Cube and violin go hand in hand

11 Studs Terkel Conversations for Black History Month

Matthew Byrd | February 1, 2023

Just a few of the Black voices from the Studs Terkel Radio Archive.

Tracing the Life and Career of Chicago Icon Mavis Staples

Adela Skowronski | February 1, 2023

Humble. Thoughtful. Legendary. After more than 70 years, Mavis Staples' career is greater than any single word.

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Historically Black TSU hopes for Grammy with gospel album

Associated Press | January 26, 2023

The record's nomination for best roots gospel album marks the first time a college marching band has been nominated in that category.

Esme Arias-Kim and the Civic Orchestra of Chicago

Esme Arias-Kim, 17, Wins 2023 Crain-Maling Foundation CSO Young Artist Competition

Robbie Ellis | January 25, 2023

The 17-year-old violinist claimed first prize with her performance of Ernest Chausson's Poème for violin and orchestra.

Kangmin Justin Kim with wry smile in hand-knit sweater, vivid aqua background

Caccini, Hasse, Scarlatti: Haymarket Opera Announces 2023 Season

Keegan Morris | January 24, 2023

The performance lineup features three mainstage operas; all three titles are rare and represent Chicago premieres.

Through the Night with Peter van de Graaff