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New Releases Apr. 29: Women Composers, Ukraine, Early Music

Works by Julia Perry, Doreen Carwithen, Hildegard von Bingen, and Miley Cyrus (yes, you read that right) are the marquee works on a pair of releases dedicated to women composers and artists. We are also treated to a survey of Ukrainian classical music, a pair of early music releases, and albums highlighting works by Franz Liszt and Ludwig van Beethoven.

Associated PressDecember 6, 2022

Lost Stephen Sondheim musical reveals insight into a giant

Sounds Classical hosts LaRob K. Rafael and Kristina Lynn

Keegan MorrisDecember 5, 2022

Sounds Classical: New Show Prizes Fresh Takes on Classical Music

Associated PressDecember 2, 2022

LGBTQ chorus in Colorado Springs unifies community with song

Abel Selaocoe, in a vibrant blue suit and green shirt, is immersed in music as he plays the cello with eyes closed

Alsop, Conlon, Dudamel: Ravinia Shares ’24 Season

Keegan MorrisMarch 14, 2024

Plus chamber music and ensemble appearances from renowned Chicago artists.

A tall African-American man hugs a shorter African-American woman from behind. The woman is crying. The man is looking off into the distance. They are standing by a white, closed casket with flowers on top.

With Mazzola Extended, Lyric Opera Explores Contrast in 2024–2025 Season

Adela SkowronskiMarch 12, 2024

The season includes 9 programs, including concerts from opera and musical theater royalty.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Indigenous Instruments of Illinois

Adela SkowronskiNovember 23, 2022

The very name Illinois comes from the confederation of native tribes who lived here — the Illini or Illiwek — composed of at least twelve tribes.

a rustic table holds a roast turkey, a pumpkin, and some fruit

Playlist: A Thanksgiving Feast in 20 Food-inspired Pieces

Lisa FlynnNovember 21, 2022

As we prepare to gather around the table for the Thanksgiving feast, put on this playlist of some of the most inspired musical celebrations of food and drink.

Ned Rorem, prize-winning composer and writer, dies at 99

Associated PressNovember 18, 2022

Time once called Rorem “the world’s best composer of art songs,” and he was notable for his hundreds of compositions for the solo human voice.

Through the Night with Peter van de Graaff