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Terell Johnson on Extending the ‘Great Path’ of the Chicago Phil

Johnson, the incoming director of the Chicago Phil, reflects that he “can’t stress enough how important it is to champion those voices that haven’t been heard.”

Stephen Raskauskas | May 13, 2017

KAIA Kids Around the World: The Music of Venezuela

Stephen Raskauskas | May 13, 2017

Composer, Comedian Robbie Ellis Sings Original Tunes That’ll Have You in Stitches

Stephen Raskauskas | May 12, 2017

Kontras Quartet Brings Together Classical and Folk Traditions Live at the Pregnant Buffalo Lounge

Playlist: 10 Piano Concertos You Need to Know But Probably Don’t

Lisa Flynn | July 16, 2019

You voted on your 10 favorite piano concertos and we aired them on WFMT along with 10 piano concertos that might be less familiar to you. Which of the concertos below are discoveries to you? Which of your favorites would you add to the list?

Playlist: A Big Parade of 76 Trombone Pieces

Haley Henning | July 12, 2019

When you think of the trombone, what comes to mind? A particular classical work, or more likely, “Seventy-Six Trombones” leading a big parade? Although The Music Man brings the instrument into the spotlight in Meredith Willson’s hallmark song, the musical leaves a lot of room to explore the wide world of trombone repertoire.

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Pulitzer-Winning Librettist Mark Campbell Explains How to Write an Opera

Stephen Raskauskas | May 9, 2017

Mark Campbell has written the words to over fifteen operas to date, making him one of the most active librettists alive. When Campbell visited the Windy City, he spoke about his work and explained, “how do you write an opera?”

Ravinia Announces 2-Year Bernstein Celebration, Curated by Conductor Marin Alsop

Angelica Lasala | May 9, 2017

As a composer, conductor, and educator, Leonard Bernstein’s contributions left a tremendous impact on American classical and popular music. Ravinia celebrates his centenary.

Composer Rodrigo Cadet Creates World-Premiere Works for Chicago Students to Teach About Mexico & Its Music

Stephen Raskauskas | May 8, 2017

“Music is the perfect way to get to know other parts of the world,” said composer Rodrigo Cadet during a visit to Chicago from his native Mexico. “Sometimes you don’t have the time or means to travel to another place, but music can help you to do that.” As part of a yearlong residency, Cadet has been sharing his music ...

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