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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88

“For Pope Francis, (the goal) was always to extend the arms of the church to embrace all people, not to exclude anyone,” said Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo, who takes charge after a pontiff’s death.

Keegan MorrisJanuary 24, 2023

95th Oscars: Music & Sound Nominees

A red envelope for Classical Lunar New Year Playlist

Adela Skowronski

Playlist: Classical Chinese Music for Lunar New Year

Associated PressJanuary 18, 2023

Matthew Kraemer named conductor of Louisiana Philharmonic

Julian Rhee smiles wearing red eyeglasses and black tee shirt swhile holding a violin

Julian Rhee and Balourdet Quartet Among Avery Fisher Career Grant Winners

Keegan MorrisMarch 21, 2024

Plus, the first percussion ensemble to receive this prestigious career grant.

Oil painting portrait of Marin Marais, French composer. He is a white man with a round face, wearing a long, curly, off-white wig that falls to his shoulders. He is dressed in a golden coat, and is holding a viola da gamba horizontally across his lap, as if he's about to strum the instrument.

Rare Collection of Flute Music Thrills Early Music World

Adela SkowronskiMarch 21, 2024

The 600-page collection could mark the biggest discovery of flute repertoire in 25 years.

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At top of opera, Yoncheva worries about classical music

Associated PressDecember 30, 2022

In a bid to shape projects and bolster opera’s audience, Yoncheva is launching her own record label.

In Their Own Words: Inspiring Quotes From Classical Artists and Friends Who Died in 2022

Candice AgreeDecember 28, 2022

As we reflect on the year gone by, WFMT salutes the contributions of members of the arts community who died this past year.

Playlist: 8 Works for Hanukkah

Keegan MorrisDecember 16, 2022

With Hanukkah right around the corner, it is a perfect time to plan your celebration. Include this music in your festivities.

Through the Night with Peter van de Graaff