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Playlist: Relaxing Romantic-Era Classical Music

Combining ardor and artistry, the Romantic Era emphasized lyricism, expression, drama, and passion.

Keegan MorrisJuly 2, 2020

Playlist: Celebrating the New American Canon

Kristina LynnJuly 2, 2020

July 2020: Classical Livestream Planner

Christian ThorsbergJuly 1, 2020

Have a Happy, Musical, and Safe Holiday With These 9 Chicago Performances

Lucas Meachem, one of the stars of the Ravinia 2022 season

Ravinia Festival’s 2022 Lineup Brings Signature Music Mix, Bevy of Guests

Keegan MorrisMarch 24, 2022

In addition to the annual CSO residency, Ravinia will play host to a spate of guest ensembles, including Music of the Baroque, The Knights, the Lincoln Trio, Chanticleer, the Chicago Philharmonic, and the Chicago Sinfonietta.

10 Woman Conductors You Should Know

Adela SkowronskiMarch 23, 2022

Though there is a long way still to go, today’s stages are richer because these pioneering conductors are on them.

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Riccardo Muti conducts the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Chorus

WFMT, CSO Extend Joint Series ‘From the CSO’s Archives: Maestro’s Choice’ Into September

Daniel GoldbergJune 30, 2020

Featured in the eleven new programs is a wide array of music conducted by Muti, including selections by Bruckner, Berlioz, and Verdi. Additional programs are dedicated to performances conducted by Fritz Reiner, Pierre Boulez, and Bernard Haitink.

Standing On The Corner: Classical, Jazz, Hip-Hop & All Else

Christian ThorsbergJune 30, 2020

Though firmly avant-garde, Standing On The Corner's talents have earned them notoriety among mainstream acts. Now, the "post-genre" ensemble's distinctive musical palette has grown to include classical music.

Broadway shutdown due to virus extended again until January

Associated PressJune 30, 2020

The shutdown on Broadway has been extended again — until at least early January. Although an exact date for performances to resume has yet to be determined, Broadway producers are now offering refunds and exchanges for tickets purchased for shows through January 3.

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