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Violinist on Russian trains soothes weary commuters

Classics, jazz, Russian folk music and children’s songs all flow as Oksana glides her bow across the strings.

Hannah EdgarNovember 5, 2018

8 US Presidents You Didn’t Know Were Musicians

Keegan MorrisNovember 5, 2018

‘Hear Us’ Showcases 3 Young Musicians Who Defy Boundaries to Collaborate and Perform

spinning windmills cast in neon lights in French scene

Michael San GabinoNovember 1, 2018

Wilkommen, Bienvenue, and Welcome: Explore the First Chicago Paris Cabaret Connexion

CSO Cancels Fall Performances

Keegan MorrisJuly 16, 2020

In a statement, CSOA president Jeff Alexander expressed, “As we look ahead and make plans for ensemble concerts for the fall, we are also eager for the day when Maestro Muti and the full orchestra can come together again to share music with local, national and international audiences.”

Anthony McGill’s #TakeTwoKnees Challenge Inspires Activism, Donations for Equal Justice Initiative

Christian ThorsbergJuly 15, 2020

Earlier this month, Anthony McGill shared a video of himself kneeling while playing clarinet with his call-to-action hashtag: #TakeTwoKnees. Now, he's using this hashtag to raise money for a racial justice organization.

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Conductor Leslie Dunner: “You need to be a well-rounded human being”

Keegan MorrisOctober 31, 2018

"We want people who want to move in a new direction. And we want our students to have a well-rounded background in arts or science. If they want to go on in dance or in film or in literature, they can."

“Weird Al” Yankovic Plans Symphony Tour

Associated PressOctober 30, 2018

(AP) — “Weird Al” Yankovic will add a classical element to his concerts next summer. Yankovic has announced he will perform with full symphony orchestras on his “Strings Attached” tour. He writes on Instagram he will bring back all the costumes, props and big video screen for his “most full-blown, over-the-top extravaganza ever.” Unlike this year’s “Ridiculously Ill-Advised Vanity Tour,” ...

You Heard Violinist Ryan Meehan 10 Years Ago on ‘Introductions.’ Now, He’s in an Elite Chamber Ensemble.

Michael San GabinoOctober 29, 2018

“I love being able to share music with your close friends... As I started playing in more competitions and festivals, I would think, ‘Who would be my dream team for a quartet?’”

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