Stories
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.
Matthew Byrd | February 1, 2023
Just a few of the Black voices from the Studs Terkel Radio Archive.
Adela Skowronski | February 1, 2023
Humble. Thoughtful. Legendary. After more than 70 years, Mavis Staples' career is greater than any single word.
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.
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.
Keegan Morris | January 24, 2023
The performance lineup features three mainstage operas; all three titles are rare and represent Chicago premieres.