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The Evolution of the Orchestra: Brass

The oldest surviving metal trumpets, constructed of silver and copper, were discovered in the tomb of the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun. So how did we get to today’s lineup?

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Adela SkowronskiJuly 17, 2023

Playlist: Classical Music for Beach Days

Adela SkowronskiJuly 14, 2023

André Watts, Groundbreaking Concert Pianist, Dies at 77

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WFMTJuly 11, 2023

Northwestern’s Music Series Returns with Chamber Music, Piano, Guitar Luminaries

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Lyric Opera of Chicago Names New Head

Keegan MorrisJuly 31, 2024

The appointee has served as executive director and CEO of the Houston Symphony since 2018.

Forward Motion: Chicago Sinfonietta’s ’24–25 Season

Keegan MorrisJuly 29, 2024

The season's theme, Propel, taps into the Sinfonietta's ongoing mission to foster change and progress in classical music.

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Playlist: Classical Music You Probably Know (But Can’t Name): Vol. 2

Adela SkowronskiJune 29, 2023

Whether it's cartoons, famous commercials, or cross-genre collaborations, you may be surprised to learn that you recognize this batch of music.

Muti ends 13 seasons with Chicago Symphony Orchestra with praise and honors — and Beethoven

Associated PressJune 29, 2023

“I belong to another period of making music, of approaching the scores, of asking for a lot of time for rehearsals, especially in opera.”

Riccardo Muti becomes Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s music director emeritus for life

Associated PressJune 23, 2023

The announcement was made on the stage of Orchestra Hall on Friday night after a performance of Beethoven's “Missa Solemnis,” the start of Muti's final subscription weekend as music director.

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