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Grace Bumbry at the White House for the 2009 Kennedy Center Honors

Grace Bumbry, 1st Black singer at Bayreuth, dies at 86

Bumbry was among the winners of the 1958 Met National Council Auditions. She had a recital debut in Paris that same year and made her Paris Opéra debut in 1960.

The titular couple (Angela Born as Patience, Jenna Schroer as Sarah) embraces in Third Eye Theatre Ensemble's production of Patience and Sarah. (Photo: Clint Funk)

Candice AgreeOctober 14, 2018

“The Only Thing I Want To See in Opera is a Good Story” — Librettist Wende Persons on Patience & Sarah and Patience

Associated PressOctober 13, 2018

Lyric Opera says labor deal reached with striking musicians

WFMTOctober 12, 2018

How Hilary Hahn’s Bond With Bach Has Endured and Grown… From Her First Recital to Today

July 2020: Classical Livestream Planner

Kristina LynnJuly 2, 2020

Even though in-person concerts have been suspended, many talented artists and ensembles are committed to sharing stunning music through the internet. Here’s a guide to some upcoming classical livestreams you should add to your calendar!

Have a Happy, Musical, and Safe Holiday With These 9 Chicago Performances

Christian ThorsbergJuly 1, 2020

Just because we can't gather in person, it doesn't mean the weekend won't be fun and music-filled! Here are nine musical events (most of them virtual), that will provide a great soundtrack for your celebrations.

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Lyric Opera of Chicago Orchestra on strike

Michael San GabinoOctober 9, 2018

The orchestra said on its website and social media accounts, "Over the past 65 years, Chicago’s citizens, civic leaders, and philanthropists built a world-class opera company for a world-class city."

Postcards from Poland and Prague | A Musical Journey with Host Peter van de Graaff

Peter van de GraaffOctober 9, 2018

WFMT listeners love to explore classical music destinations around the world. From September 22 to October 3, we enjoyed an Earthbound Expeditions trip filled with great concerts, great food, and great companionship throughout Poland and the Czech Republic.

Spanish opera singer Montserrat Caballé dies at 85

Associated PressOctober 6, 2018

Montserrat Caballé, a Spanish opera singer renowned for her bel canto technique and her interpretations of the roles of Rossini, Bellini, and Donizetti, has died. She was 85.

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