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Swan Songs: Classical Music Inspired by Swans

With this wealth of allegorical associations, these elegant creatures have captured composers’ imaginations for centuries.

Malcolm BambaJune 7, 2024

Chicago Music and Arts Events for Summer 2024

composite image of photo portraits of two composers: DBR on the left and Jimmy López Bellido on the right

Keegan MorrisJune 5, 2024

CSO MusicNOW & Curator-Composers Announced for ’24–25

Paul Huang stands against a sunlit wall, wearing a blue sportcoat, holding a violin

Keegan MorrisJune 3, 2024

North Shore Chamber Music Fest Returns

New Releases Feb. 11: Three Sopranos, Chamber Works, Rare 20th-Century

Keegan MorrisFebruary 11, 2025

A creative, historically minded album from Apollo’s Fire, an unusual combination of instruments team up, a deep-dive into “Dies irae”, and two separate explorations of obscure 20th-century rep.

Chopin in the City Fest Celebrates Ninth Year

Adela SkowronskiFebruary 10, 2025

Classical and jazz interpretations, artmaking listening parties, and other innovative programming awaits.

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Announcing: Grant Park Music Festival Broadcasts 2024

WFMTMay 23, 2024

From world premieres to timeless favorites, the exciting slate of concert broadcasts has something for everyone.

Kia Caldwell beams in a patterned orange gown

Karen Slack Named Lyric Unlimited Artist-in-Residence

Keegan MorrisMay 22, 2024

In addition to her respected artistry, Slack's industry-leading endeavors strive to make classical music and opera more accessible and inclusive.

Playlist: Classical Music You Probably Know (But Can’t Name): Vol. 3

Adela SkowronskiMay 21, 2024

Whether through movies, advertising, samples, or other popular media, classical music is everywhere — you just have to know what to look for!

Afternoon Music with Candice Agree