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At top of opera, Yoncheva worries about classical music

In a bid to shape projects and bolster opera’s audience, Yoncheva is launching her own record label.

Associated PressJanuary 10, 2018

Charles Dutoit steps down early at Royal Philharmonic

the striking Jay Pritzker Pavilion of Millennium Park is lit up during a nighttime Grant Park Music Festival performance

Stephen RaskauskasJanuary 9, 2018

Grant Park Music Festival Announces 2018 Season

Kerry FrumkinJanuary 3, 2018

5 Classical Recordings That Sound Better on Vinyl

The Well-Tempered Election Analyst: How Arnon Mishkin prepares (with a little help from Bach)

Candice AgreeFebruary 28, 2020

Arnon Mishkin has been called a data ninja, analyzing exit polls and explaining shifting voting blocs. How then does he prepare for the grueling hours ahead on the day and night of a Presidential Election? He plays the cello.

Three Faiths Connected Through Music: ‘O, Jerusalem!’ With Apollo’s Fire

Lisa FlynnFebruary 28, 2020

Does a city have its own distinctive musical style? The early music ensemble Apollo’s Fire and artistic director Jeannette Sorrell explore that question with their upcoming Chicago-area performance, “O Jerusalem! Crossroads of Three Faiths."

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The Top 12 Classical Recordings of 2017

Lisa FlynnDecember 28, 2017

Each day of the year, Lisa Flynn shares her favorite New Releases with music lovers around the world. Here are her 12 favorite classical recordings of 2017.

Video: Hear a Holiday Medley Performed by the U.S. Coast Guard Band Saxophone Quartet

Stephen RaskauskasDecember 21, 2017

The United States Coast Guard Band Saxophone Quartet performed in the Levin Performance Studio at WFMT for an edition of Impromptu. Watch a video as they perform their own arrangement of some favorite holiday tunes.

Discover Christmas Trees and Christmas Traditions From Around the World

Michael San GabinoDecember 20, 2017

Now in its 75th year, the Christmas Around the World exhibit at MSI has become one of Chicago’s favorite holiday traditions. The museum also features cultural performances throughout the duration of the exhibit, highlighting dance and musical performances from cultural groups around the Chicago area.

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