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Esteban Batallán Named CSO Principal Trumpet

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

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 ...

Grant Park Music Festival Announces 2018 Season

The summer festival's 2018 season of concerts runs for 10 weeks from June 13 to August 18.

5 Classical Recordings That Sound Better on Vinyl

WFMT host Kerry Frumkin has picked 5 of his favorite classical recordings. But it's better to listen to them on vinyl.

In the Age of Earbuds, Is Vinyl the Answer to Better Listening?

Hearing is not the same as listening, and WFMT's Kerry Frumkin suggests that in the digital age, vinyl might help us listen better.