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Michael Tilson Thomas Passes at Age 81

The acclaimed conductor, composer, and pianist was a leading figure in classical music, known for championing the art form through performance, education, and broadcasting.

Best Classical Christmas Albums of 2025

Adela SkowronskiDecember 16, 2025

New Releases Dec 16: Sonic Patchwork

Adela SkowronskiDecember 12, 2025

Muti Recognized by Pope Leo at the Vatican

Portrait of Orli Shaham, smiling, in front of a light stone wall

New Releases Feb 17: Exciting Chamber Works

Oliver CamachoFebruary 17, 2026

Contemporary composers explore textures that can only be achieved with small ensembles.

New Releases Feb 10: Revisiting

Oliver CamachoFebruary 10, 2026

Albums that renew music of the past, from the practice of compline to one of the oldest operas by a Black American composer.

Playlists

classical music for walking: a beautiful path

Playlist: Classical Music for Long Walks

Playlist: 11 Lithuanian Composers You Should Know

Playlist: Classical Music To Dance To

Playlist: 13 Canadian Composers You Should Know

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New Releases Dec 2: International Chopin Festival Winner

Adela SkowronskiDecember 1, 2025

Uncovering some hidden gems of Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Welsh composer Grace Williams, and more.

Chicago Chorale Founder Announces Retirement

Adela SkowronskiNovember 26, 2025

The 75 year-old Artistic Director and Founding member has spent the last 24 years developing the ensemble: now, he is handing off the reins to someone else.

Playlist: Gratitude and Giving Thanks

Adela SkowronskiNovember 25, 2025

Works by composers for the people and places that shaped them – music filled with warmth, reflection, and appreciation.

Through the Night with Peter van de Graaff