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New Releases Jun. 24: Bonis, Haydn, Mozart

Two albums highlight music by Mel Bonis, a French Romantic woman composer. Plus, comprehensive looks at music by Haydn and Mozart. And Jordi Savall explores Forgotten Symphonies.

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Candice AgreeDecember 29, 2023

In Their Own Words: Remembering Those Who Died in 2023

fireworks illuminate the night sky over the Acropolis in Athens, Greece

Adela SkowronskiDecember 29, 2023

Celebrate New Year’s Songs From Around the World

mezzo-soprano Fleur Barron poses in a red dress against a brick wall adorned with blue and red graffiti

Keegan MorrisDecember 18, 2023

Haymarket Unveils 2024 Season

Chicago International Film Fest: Music and Arts Screenings for 2024

Keegan MorrisOctober 14, 2024

Delve into the rich legacy of one of Chicago’s most important activist/journalists (through the work of one of its premier sculptors), witness the life of one of opera’s most beloved divas, and take part in a celebration of Black film composers!

VIDEO: Brand New Mozart Piece on Period Instruments

Keegan MorrisOctober 14, 2024

Researchers made worldwide headlines in September when they unearthed a new piece by Mozart. Hear the midwest premiere (and the first US performances on period instruments) given in WFMT's own studio.

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