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“The Pianist” pianist dies

Polish musician and teacher Janusz Olejniczak died of a heart attack at the age of 72 on Sunday, October 20.

Keegan MorrisJune 22, 2021

Chicago Opera Theater Announces Live, In-Person 2021-22 Season

Conductor Carlos Kalmar leads the Grant Park Orchestra.

Keegan MorrisJune 22, 2021

Carlos Kalmar Extends With Grant Park Through 2024, Will Step Down After

WFMTJune 21, 2021

Jeanne Lamon, Former Music Director of Tafelmusik, Dead at 71

Jazzy ‘Charlie Brown Christmas’ swings on after 57 years

Associated PressDecember 8, 2022

“Christmas just doesn't feel like Christmas without hearing that album in the background,” said Derrick Bang, author of the biography Vince Guaraldi at the Piano.

Celine Dion diagnosed with rare neurological disorder

Associated PressDecember 8, 2022

In emotional video messages posted in French and English on Thursday on Instagram, Dion said stiff person syndrome was causing spasms that affect her ability to walk and sing.

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After 18+ Months, Muti Will Return To Chicago To Kick Off 2021-22 CSO Season

Keegan MorrisJune 16, 2021

Riccardo Muti will return to Chicago this September to launch the 2021-22 CSO season, his first stint conducting the CSO in Symphony Center since February 2020.

A Walking Tour of 12 LGBTQ+ Artists Whose Legacies Are on Display in Chicago

WFMTJune 15, 2021

In the Lakeview Neighborhood, the Legacy Walk, a series of ten 25-foot pylons, recognizes influential figures across genders, races, and fields.

NY Philharmonic to resume subscription performance Sept. 17

Associated PressJune 15, 2021

Following a historic 18-month gap, the NY Phil will present a shortened schedule in a season shifted from Lincoln Center's David Geffen Hall while the orchestra's home is remodeled.

Through the Night with Peter van de Graaff