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‘Jaws’ and the two musical notes that changed Hollywood forever

The shark does not appear until the 81-minute mark of the 124-minute film. But its presence is felt through Williams’ theme, which some music scholars have theorized evoke the shark’s heartbeat.

Nova Linea Musica returns for second season

The announcement comes on the heels of the group’s sold-out inaugural 2024-25 season, which saw performances by the Dover Quartet, Nois Saxophone Quartet, and the Black Oak Ensemble.

Pianist Alfred Brendel Dies, Aged 94

The prolific pianist, writer, and composer leaves behind a profound recording catalog and legacy with hundreds of albums released between the 1950s and the 2000s.

New Releases Jun. 17: Clarinet, Richter, Mäkelä, Christie

A pair of albums showcase clarinetists Andreas and Daniel Ottensamer, we hear a lost recording from 20th century piano virtuoso Sviatoslav Richter, plus new recordings from conductors Klaus Mäkelä and William Christie.

Juneteenth Events and Performances 2025

Juneteenth celebrations in Chicago this year include parades, historic walks, music concerts and more!
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