Stories

Figure Skating’s Classical Music Connection

Even as new genres find their place on Olympic ice, the familiar strains of Tchaikovsky, Ravel, and Stravinsky continue to play alongside the athletes.

Adela SkowronskiJuly 2, 2025

Independence Day Parade Playlist

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Katherine BuzardJuly 2, 2025

The Evolution of the Orchestra: Percussion

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Keegan MorrisJuly 1, 2025

New Releases Jul. 1: Bach, Corelli, Bosmans

Longtime Chicago Arts Leader Bruce Sagan Dies at 96

Matt MastersonSeptember 22, 2025

The former journalist, who was awarded the National Medal of Arts by President Joe Biden in 2024 for his contributions as an arts leader in Chicago, died at his home Sunday following a brief battle with cancer.

New Releases Sept. 16: Spirit of Collaboration

Adela SkowronskiSeptember 16, 2025

One of classical music's most beloved families reunites for a new album, plus the debut of a new French baroque ensemble on Harmonia Mundi.

Playlists

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New Releases Jun. 24: Bonis, Haydn, Mozart

Keegan MorrisJune 24, 2025

Two albums highlight music by Mel Bonis, a French Romantic woman composer. Plus, comprehensive looks at music by Haydn and Mozart. And Jordi Savall explores Forgotten Symphonies.