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fireworks illuminate the night sky over the Acropolis in Athens, Greece

Celebrate New Year’s Songs From Around the World

From Bulgaria to Denmark, some of our most beloved — and unique — traditions come when it’s time to welcome the New Year!

David PolkOctober 1, 2019

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

Associated PressSeptember 30, 2019

Jessye Norman, the international opera star, dead at 74

Keegan MorrisSeptember 30, 2019

The Sights and Soundbites of Lyric Opera’s Glamorous Opening Night

Preview: A Look at the Live Music Of North Shore Chamber Music Fest

Keegan MorrisJune 9, 2021

Enjoy the beauty of live music-making (even if you aren’t there in person) with a star-studded chamber music sampler of works new and old.

Vinyl records surge during pandemic, keeping sales spinning

Associated PressJune 9, 2021

Music lovers sent vinyl record sales soaring during the pandemic, giving retailers something to cheer on Record Store Day: Saturday, June 12.

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Esteban Batallán Named CSO Principal Trumpet

Michael San GabinoSeptember 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.

Postcards from Scandinavia — Lisa Flynn leads a musical journey to Denmark and Norway

Lisa FlynnSeptember 26, 2019

One of the most exciting things about working at WFMT over the years has been the opportunity to travel on music-themed trips, meeting new friends who share a love of classical music. In early September, I led a group of eleven listeners on a journey to Denmark and Norway, where we saw cosmopolitan capitals and incredible natural beauty. Along the ...

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