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10 Indigenous Musicians You Should Know

Celebrating indigenous North American artists creating incredible works in the fields of classical, folk, and even experimental music.

Associated PressJune 1, 2021

La Scala announces 2021-22 season, with hope of fewer limits

Associated PressJune 1, 2021

Religious leaders, artists honor George Floyd in concert

WFMTJune 1, 2021

LGBTQ Pride Month 2021 on WFMT

Jon Batiste to sing for Macron at Biden’s 1st state dinner

Associated PressNovember 28, 2022

Batiste will be adding White House entertainer to an already long list of roles.

A Beginner’s Guide to Indigenous Instruments of Illinois

Adela SkowronskiNovember 23, 2022

The very name Illinois comes from the confederation of native tribes who lived here — the Illini or Illiwek — composed of at least twelve tribes.

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Video: Music of Romantic Masters Played Live By Duo Dotto-Cho

WFMTMay 26, 2021

The music of Robert Schumann, Clara Schumann, and Johannes Brahms somehow managed to make a lovely spring afternoon even better.

Duain Wolfe of Chicago Symphony Chorus to Retire; WFMT GM Reflects on 25+ Years of Excellence

George PrestonMay 25, 2021

WFMT general manager George Preston shares his thoughts on the announcement that Duain Wolfe will retire as director of the Chicago Symphony Chorus.

The Grant Park Music Festival at Millennium Park

Live Music is Back For 2021… Here’s Everything We Know.

WFMTMay 24, 2021

After a long year away, live music is returning to the Chicago area. So watch this space, where we'll collect all the new season announcements that you won't want to miss!

Afternoon Music with Candice Agree