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Luisi’s term with Dallas Symphony extended through 2028-29

Luisi was hired in June 2018 to start as music director with the 2020-21 season, succeeding Jaap van Zweden, who became the music director of the NY Philharmonic.

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WFMT | January 13, 2021

Video | Paula Kosower & Kuang-Hao Huang Play Nadia Boulanger, Debussy, Beethoven Live

Associated Press | January 11, 2021

Conductor Simon Rattle to leave London post for Munich

WFMT | January 8, 2021

Montreal Symphony Orchestra Names Next Music Director

Montreal Symphony Orchestra Names Next Music Director

WFMT | January 8, 2021
Rafael Payare has been announced as the next music director of the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. He will begin his tenure in the 2022-23 season

Grammy Awards shift to March due to pandemic conditions

Associated Press | January 5, 2021
The 2021 Grammy Awards will no longer take place this month in Los Angeles and will broadcast in March due to a recent surge in coronavirus cases and deaths.

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Singer, songwriter, activist Baez named Guthrie recipient

Juneteenth on WFMT

Sunday: Celebrating Black Classical Artists

Pianist Lara Downes joins WFMT for a moving and timely virtual concert and conversation

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In Their Own Words: Quotes From Artists and Friends of WFMT Who Died in 2020

Candice Agree | December 30, 2020
2020 was a year of great loss for all; the music world was no exception. As we reflect on the year gone by, WFMT salutes the contributions of artists and friends who died this past year.
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9 Classical Drinking Songs to Ring in the New Year

WFMT | December 29, 2020
Who says enjoying classical music has to be a sober affair? Here is some music to help you say goodbye to 2020 and hello to 2021.

Waltzes in a Pandemic: How Vienna Phil Will Continue Its New Year’s Tradition

George Preston | December 29, 2020
It wouldn’t be New Year without the Vienna Philharmonic. But as the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, what will come of the annual New Year's Concert?
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