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Vangelis, the Greek ‘Chariots of Fire’ composer, dies at 79

Vangelis is also remembered for creating the score for Blade Runner.

Keegan Morris | October 2, 2019

Video: Pianist Hélène Tysman Plays Debussy, Bach, Chopin, Ravel

Noel Morris | October 1, 2019

From 2014: Jessye Norman Visits WFMT

David Polk | October 1, 2019

Program Director David Polk shares his favorite musical memories from his 14 years at WFMT

Met Opera skips this season, 1st Black composer opens ’21-22

Associated Press | September 23, 2020

The Metropolitan Opera will skip an entire season for the first time in its nearly 140-year history and intends to return from the pandemic layoff next September.

In the Age of the Visual Album, What Can Opera Learn from Beyoncé?

Christian Thorsberg | September 22, 2020

The virtual sphere won’t replace the live stage, but it can add a second, more accessible one, with great room for creative growth and the viral potential of easily shareable, iconic images.

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Playlist: Classical Music for an Abundant Autumn, Selected by WFMT

Keegan Morris | September 27, 2019

In the gap between a languid summer and a long winter, there's just enough room left for fall. It's a season for transformation, comfort, reflection, and growth. In other words, it's the perfect time to grab some cider, take in that brilliant fall foliage, and enjoy this playlist created for you by WFMT staff and hosts!

Pianist Paul Badura-Skoda dies at age 91

Keegan Morris | September 26, 2019

Badura-Skoda enjoyed a career that spanned more than seven decades, during which time, he was celebrated as a pianist, conductor, chamber musician, composer, and teacher. He performed into his nineties.

Esteban Batallán Named CSO Principal Trumpet

Michael San Gabino | September 26, 2019

Since his first CSO performances in June 2018, Batallán has served as guest principal trumpet many times. The Spanish-born trumpeter performed with the orchestra during its 2019 Florida tour as well as in Tokyo during the 2019 Asia tour.

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