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New Releases November 3: Britten, Haydn, and Still

A double dose of Benjamin Britten, plus new recordings by the National Symphony Orchestra, Basel Chamber Orchestra, and more.

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Adela SkowronskiOctober 13, 2026

New Releases October 13: Women in Classical Music
Adela SkowronskiOctober 6, 2026

New Releases October 6: Himari, Trifonov, and more
Adela SkowronskiOctober 5, 2026

Maria Dueñas on Jascha Heifetz and Finding Her Own Voice

Maria Dueñas on Jascha Heifetz and Finding Her Own Voice
Adela SkowronskiOctober 5, 2026
The rising star discusses the influence of Heifetz in her own life, the importance of having a musical idol, and more.

New Releases September 28: Philip Glass, Chanticleer, and more
Adela SkowronskiSeptember 29, 2026
Albums dedicated to the music of famous composers, and a new release to whet our appetite for Jeanine De Bique’s return to Chicago.

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Playlist: Gratitude and Giving Thanks
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200 Years of Strauss Junior
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Cultural Crossovers: Different Musical Traditions Reimagine Classical
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Playlist: Music for Children and Parents to Enjoy Together
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The Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s Dramatic History
Adela SkowronskiSeptember 24, 2026
Phillip Huscher's new book "Passing the Baton" tells the story from the orchestra's founding 135 years ago to the appointment of its youngest music director ever, who officially takes over in 2027.
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New Releases September 22: I Fagiolini, Sol Gabetta, and more
Adela SkowronskiSeptember 22, 2026
Ensembles specializing in historical performance practice, plus two albums featuring premiere recordings by living composers.

Composers from A to Z
Adela SkowronskiSeptember 16, 2026
Whether you’re just beginning to explore classical music or have spent years immersed in the repertoire, there’s someone here to discover – or rediscover.
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