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Soprano Angel Blue sings her first Metropolitan Opera ‘Aida’ in a new production

The American soprano, one of the most admired singers of her generation, is headlining the Metropolitan Opera’s first new production of Verdi’s “Aida” in 36 years.

Daniel GoldbergOctober 23, 2021

Steve Martin Inducts WFMT Favorite Jens Kruger Into American Banjo Hall of Fame

WFMTOctober 21, 2021

Legendary Conductor Bernard Haitink Has Died, Age 92

Keegan MorrisOctober 21, 2021

Stream 10 Hilarious Studs Conversations With Top Comedians & Humorists

50 Years of COT: Anniversary Season Boasts Shostakovich, Heggie, Premieres, and More

Keegan MorrisApril 20, 2023

Three mainstage operas, three additional special events, and all six titles are Chicago premieres.

Color portrait of nathan Gunn wearing dark suit, white shirt, no tie, seated leaning against a brick wall

Superstar Baritone Nathan Gunn on American Opera, Stage Presence, and Versatility

Oliver CamachoApril 19, 2023

“My job as a singer, if I’m doing my job correctly, is no different than what a curator does with a beautiful work of art.”

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12 pianists in final stage of prestigious Chopin competition

Associated PressOctober 19, 2021

Twelve pianists from around the world have been admitted to the final stage of the 18th edition of the prestigious Frederic Chopin piano competition, reputed for launching world careers for its winners and finalists.

Quiz: How Spine-Tingling Is Your Taste in Classical Music?

Adela SkowronskiOctober 18, 2021

Is your taste in classical music scary enough for the upcoming holiday? Find out with our quick, 13-question quiz.

Can’t Carry a Tune? Regardless of Skill, Singing Has Surprising Benefits

Adela Skowronski

Musicality aside, all of us (instrumentalists and vocalists alike) derive pleasure from singing along to our favorite tunes, even if it’s only done entirely alone…

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