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From Bach to Beyoncé, why a church orchestra aims to lift up young musicians of color

“A lot of young people feel like it’s not cool to carry a violin down the street. But, when you play the violin well with other kids who are like you, social acceptance begins to emerge.”

Adela SkowronskiOctober 28, 2021

Chilling Concerts: 4 Performance Hall Hauntings In and Around Chicago

Daniel GoldbergOctober 28, 2021

Honoring Your Ancestors: 6 Chicago Celebrations for Día de los Muertos

Associated PressOctober 27, 2021

Fleming, Nézet-Séguin Release Recording on Climate Change

A Phantom of the Opera mask in Times Square during the COVID-19 lockdowns

‘The Phantom of the Opera’ closes on Broadway after 35 years

Associated PressApril 19, 2023

It was show No. 13,981 at the Majestic Theatre and it ended with a reprise of "The Music of the Night" performed by the current cast, previous actors in the show.

Mario, Mariah, Madonna added to National Recording Registry

Associated PressApril 12, 2023

The Library of Congress selects the titles for preservation for their cultural and historic importance to the American soundscape.

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Stream 10 Hilarious Studs Conversations With Top Comedians & Humorists

Keegan MorrisOctober 21, 2021

Never were Studs Terkel's legendary gregariousness, curiosity, and generosity more evident on-air than when a comedian, comic actor, or humorist stopped by the studio.