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Cavatina Duo — Denis Azabagic in black and Eugenia Molliner in red — pose against a metal tiled wall

New Releases Apr. 1: Dynamic Duos

Three unique pairings — guitar/flute, oboe/harpsichord, and clarinet/piano — each with a fascinating repertoire focus. Plus early vocal music, piano concertos, solo piano, and a wide-ranging album for harp.

Associated PressOctober 20, 2022

NHL’s Kraken get original music from Oscar winner Zimmer

Janai Brugger as Glauce and Matthew Polenzani as Giasone in Cherubini's Medea

Hannah EdgarOctober 19, 2022

Chicago-born opera stars Janai Brugger & Matthew Polenzani trade tales, on-camera singing tips

Associated PressOctober 14, 2022

Wynton Marsalis joins forces with Michigan Marching Band

Emiko Edwards studio photo posing with sheet music

American Music Project Boosts Repertory Rarities in 10th Chicago Season

Keegan MorrisFebruary 22, 2024

This AMP season’s lineup showcases neglected repertoire in chamber, solo piano, and orchestral settings.

An anguished Gerald Finley, dressed in armor as Antony, holds the limp body of Julia Bullock as Cleopatra in a performance of Antony and Cleopatra

Met Opera Announces ’24–25 Season

Keegan MorrisFebruary 21, 2024

Four contemporary operas have their Met premieres.

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Quiz: How Well Do You Know These Symphony Titles & Nicknames?

WFMTOctober 13, 2022

Jupiter, Pastoral, Philosopher. There are countless symphonies with nicknames, monikers, and titles. Can you keep them straight?

Willliam Grant Still’s Top 5 Works According to His Daughter, Judith Anne Still

Keegan MorrisOctober 12, 2022

Despite an upturn, William Grant Still's music remains under-performed. We spoke to Judith Anne Still about her five favorite pieces by her father.

Who are the 2022 MacArthur ‘genius grant’ fellows?

Associated PressOctober 12, 2022

Musicians Tomeka Reid (who is Chicago-based), Martha Gonzalez, and Ikue Mori are among the grantees.

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