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Ravinia Festival Names Next President and CEO

This morning, the Ravinia Festival announced its next president and CEO: Jeffrey P. Haydon. The CEO of the Caramoor Center for Music and Arts in New York since 2012, Haydon was previously on the staff of the CSO.

Associated Press | July 9, 2020

Rare Cannonball Adderley 1966 Seattle concerts going digital

Keegan Morris | July 8, 2020

Chicago Musicians to Honor Elijah McClain in Violin Vigil

Associated Press | July 6, 2020

Spaghetti Western movie composer Ennio Morricone dead at 91

Celebrating the New American Canon [PLAYLIST]

Keegan Morris | July 2, 2020

We all love Sousa, Gershwin, and Copland. But what about the new(er) entrants to the canon of American classical composers? This Independence Day, we’ve compiled a playlist of just some of the vanguard voices redefining what American classical music sounds like.

July 2020: Classical Livestream Planner

Kristina Elstner | July 2, 2020

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!

Women in Classical Music

Juneteenth on WFMT

Sunday: Celebrating Black Classical Artists

Pianist Lara Downes joins WFMT for a moving and timely virtual concert and conversation

Three Chicago Premieres in Chicago Opera Theater’s 2020-21 Season

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Guest conductor Christopher Bell at a previous Grant Park Music Festival Independence Day Salute concert. (Photo: Norman Timonera)

Have a Happy, Musical, and Safe Holiday With These 9 Chicago Performances

Christian Thorsberg | July 1, 2020

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.

Keegan Morris | July 1, 2020

As classical music organizations around the country are strategizing on how best to engage a race- and age-diverse audience, another important facet of diversity needs to be addressed: not just of the people in the audience, but also of the people onstage. A September 2016 report from the League of American Orchestras indicates just how far US classical music organizations ...

20 Electrifying Classical Music Fireworks to Set Off This Holiday Weekend [PLAYLIST]

Robbie Ellis | July 1, 2020

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.

Weekend Mornings with Maggie Clennon Reberg