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Cultural Crossovers: Different Musical Traditions Reimagine Classical

From lieder in Hindi to a concerto for oud and piano, check out some of the many ways western classical music has been reimagined!

Louise Kern-KenslerJuly 10, 2024

Virtuoso Marc-André Hamelin’s Mastery on Display on Live From WFMT (Video)

Robbie EllisJuly 3, 2024

Playlist: Electrifying Classical Music Fireworks

Keegan MorrisJuly 1, 2024

Bella Voce’s ’24–25 Season Charts Vocal Voyages Across Musical Traditions

New Releases Feb. 25: Mysticism, Unusual Early Sounds, and Joy

February 25, 2025

This week's releases run the gamut of human experiences, with an emphasis on mysticism and spirituality, joy, and summer.

Conductor Michael Tilson Thomas says brain tumor has returned

Associated PressFebruary 24, 2025

Thomas is conducting the New World Symphony in late March and April, then the San Francisco Symphony on April 26 in a belated 80th birthday celebration.

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Guarneri Hall Announces ’24–25 Season With 20th Century, Jazz

Keegan MorrisJune 19, 2024

Plus chamber music and a live score for a silent film.

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Chopin’s Top 10 Works

WFMTJune 18, 2024

Though his life was short, Frédéric Chopin's prolific output lives on, inspiring listeners and artists like few others.

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Juneteenth Events in Chicago 2024

Keegan MorrisJune 14, 2024

Concerts, festivals, and more to celebrate Juneteenth in Chicago.

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