Stories

New Releases August 11: Musical Discoveries

Selections focused almost entirely on “new” music, be it discoveries of the 18th century, rarities from Finland, or premiere recordings of contemporary composers.

Adela SkowronskiAugust 3, 2026

Meet Peter van de Graaff, the New Host of Exploring Music

Oliver CamachoJuly 28, 2026

New Releases July 28: Personal Identities

WFMTJuly 24, 2026

Bill McGlaughlin, Exploring Music Host and Champion of Classical Music, Dies

Bill McGlaughlin, Exploring Music Host and Champion of Classical Music, Dies

WFMTJuly 24, 2026

The Peabody Award-winning musician, educator, composer, conductor, and founding host of WFMT's internationally syndicated radio series leaves behind an extraordinary legacy.

New Releases July 21: John Holiday, Nathalie Stutzmann, and more

Oliver CamachoJuly 21, 2026

The debut of an Early Music ensemble, a countertenor finalist on NBC's The Voice, and more from this week's new releases.

Playlists

Playlist: Gratitude and Giving Thanks

Black and white photograph of Johann Strauss Jr. with imperial beard.

200 Years of Strauss Junior

Reena Esmail in a black pantsuit with a generous, deep red scarf on a park bench, gray, natural background.

Cultural Crossovers: Different Musical Traditions Reimagine Classical

image of mother goose riding on top of goose in flight

Playlist: Music for Children and Parents to Enjoy Together

New Releases July 7: Mozart’s Mass in C Minor and more

Oliver CamachoJuly 7, 2026

New additions to the pantheon of classical music recordings, from past to present day.

New Releases June 30: Lara Downes, Francesco Tristano, and more

Oliver CamachoJune 30, 2026

American music past and present is celebrated across various genres.

Christopher Bell

Christopher Bell’s 25th Anniversary

Adela SkowronskiJune 24, 2026

The Grant Park Chorus Director reflects on linguistics, Chicago memories, and a milestone achievement.