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Historically Black TSU hopes for Grammy with gospel album

The record’s nomination for best roots gospel album marks the first time a college marching band has been nominated in that category.

Stephen RaskauskasJune 8, 2018

Video | Loge, the Opera-Loving German Shepherd, Sings Along to Wagner

Stephen RaskauskasJune 7, 2018

Video: Mandolin 101 with Avi Avital

Stephen RaskauskasJune 4, 2018

What do Philip Glass and J.S. Bach have in common? More than you think, according to pianist Simone Dinnerstein.

E-Thereal: Eric Whitacre’s Virtual Choir Performs ‘Lux Aurumque’

Lisa FlynnApril 6, 2020

While isolating ourselves in our homes, many of us have been keeping our social connections through technology. Though the deep need for this technology may feel new, the popular choral composer Eric Whitacre pioneered the concept of a “virtual choir” over a decade ago.

WFMT and CSO Partner for New Broadcast and Streaming Series Amidst COVID-19 Crisis

Keegan MorrisApril 2, 2020

Today, WFMT and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra announce the launch of an exciting new broadcast and streaming series: From the CSO’s Archives: Maestro’s Choice—For All Music Lovers in These Difficult Times.

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Esa-Pekka Salonen: Without New Music, Orchestras and Opera Houses Will “Dry up”

Stephen RaskauskasMay 24, 2018

Composer and conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen is known for his innovative approach to creating new music and curating concerts. During his Chicago residency, he sat down for a wide-ranging conversation about the importance of new works and the future of classical music.

Watch cellist Andrea Casarrubios and pianist Ronaldo Rolim perform Schumann

Stephen RaskauskasMay 22, 2018

Praised by the New York Times for having “traversed the palette of emotions” with “gorgeous tone and an edge of-seat intensity,” Spanish cellist Andrea Casarrubios joins Brazilian pianist Ronaldo Rolim in this concert featuring the music of Schumann.

Ravinia revamps dining options with the help of Michelin-starred Levy Restaurants

Stephen RaskauskasMay 21, 2018

For the 2018 festival season, the Ravinia Festival is unveiling a newly designed Dining Pavilion run by award-winning Levy Restaurants, most famous for its Italian restaurant Spiagga, located on North Michigan Avenue in Chicago.

Through the Night with Peter van de Graaff