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New Releases September 8: Stars of the String World

Four star violinists debut very personal and specialized repertoire, plus a world premiere by a father and son duo.

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Oliver CamachoSeptember 1, 2026

New Releases September 1: Icons and Emerging Artists
Oliver CamachoAugust 25, 2026

New Releases August 25: Maria Stratigou, Cantus, and more
Oliver CamachoAugust 18, 2026

New Releases August 18: Laura Strickling, Jocelyn Hagen, and more

New Releases August 11: Musical Discoveries
Oliver CamachoAugust 11, 2026
Selections focused almost entirely on “new” music, be it discoveries of the 18th century, rarities from Finland, or premiere recordings of contemporary composers.
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New Releases August 4: VOCES8, Mitsuko Uchida, and more
Oliver CamachoAugust 4, 2026
New works featuring “uncommon” instruments, such as brass ensemble, horn, and harp, plus audience favorites in crowd-pleasing, signature repertoire.

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Underrated Classical Music for Weddings (from a gigging musician)
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Playlist: Beethoven For Bad Days
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Playlist: WFMT Listeners’ First Favorites

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Bach in the City Returns for Second Chicago Season
Adela SkowronskiAugust 3, 2026
Bach in the City returns for its second season of period instrument concerts at venues across Chicago.

Meet Peter van de Graaff, the New Host of Exploring Music
Adela SkowronskiAugust 3, 2026
After spending more than three decades hosting Through the Night on WFMT, Peter van de Graaff begins a new chapter later this month.

New Releases July 28: Personal Identities
Oliver CamachoJuly 28, 2026
From documenting folk traditions to capturing city noises, musicians explore the sounds that make up who they are.
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