Stories

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

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

Adela SkowronskiMarch 5, 2026

CSO Reveals 2026-27 Season

WFMTMarch 3, 2026

Women’s History Month Highlights on WFMT

Oliver CamachoMarch 3, 2026

New Releases Mar 3: Melodies from Eastern Europe

Mei-Ann Chen in action — the conductor's motion is both sharp and blurry in an evocative portrait

AAPI Month Highlights and Concerts

Adela SkowronskiMay 5, 2026

Radio highlights and local events that honor Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage.

Young man in dark suit and mockneck plays piano

New Releases May 5: Jaeden Izik-Dzurko, Arethusa Quartet, and more

Oliver CamachoMay 5, 2026

The Canadian pianist's second solo album is featured alongside new recordings for chamber music groups.

Playlists

Black classical artists: George Bridgetower, Hazel Scott, Jessye Norman, and Sheku Kanneh-Mason

Playlist: 11 Black Performers Instrumental to Classical Music

Playlist: 10 Underrated Songs to Remember Stephen Sondheim

Playlist: 2021’s Top 9 Classical Christmas Albums

Playlist: 7 Native American Musicians You Should Know

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Figure Skating’s Classical Music Connection

Adela SkowronskiFebruary 20, 2026

Even as new genres find their place on Olympic ice, the familiar strains of Tchaikovsky, Ravel, and Stravinsky continue to play alongside the athletes.

Chicago Celebrates the Year of the Horse

Adela SkowronskiFebruary 17, 2026

Celebrations abound in and around Chicago, with performances and festivities from Chinese, Thai, Korean, and Filipino traditions, to name a few.

Dee Alexander Among 2026 Jazz Legacy Fellows