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Music Inspired by Greek Mythology

Greek mythology is replete with dramatic and musical potential.

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WFMTApril 18, 2024

Playlist: Classical Music Inspired by Birds
A painting of Antonio Stradivarius at his violin workshop. He is a white man with black hair, wearing a long red jacket and loose light blue pants. His chin is in his hand; he is propping up a violin on one knee and studying it thoughtfully.
Adela SkowronskiApril 17, 2024

What’s So Great About a Stradivarius, Anyways?
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Keegan MorrisApril 16, 2024

Dance Acts Star in Auditorium 2024–25 Season

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Favorite Songs
Adela SkowronskiJanuary 16, 2025
Songs by Sister Rosetta Tharpe, The Staples Singers, and even music for the jitterbug can be found on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s playlist.
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7 Pieces of Classical Music Featuring Unusual Instruments
Katherine BuzardJanuary 16, 2025
Expanding the orchestra's sonic palette with some truly unorthodox instruments!

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Solti Foundation US Names 2024 Fellow
Keegan MorrisApril 12, 2024
Previous recipients have included Karina Canellakis, Roderick Cox, and Gemma New.
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Stravinsky’s Top 10 Works
WFMTApril 11, 2024
No one was more pivotal in 20th century classical music than Igor Stravinsky. We rank his definitive top 10 works.
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Illinois Phil 2024–25: John Williams, American Symphonies, Messiah, More
Keegan MorrisApril 10, 2024
The orchestra’s slate of seven concerts will kick off in September with "Three Great American Symphonies."
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