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Music for Her Majesty: Important Musical Moments in the Life of Queen Elizabeth II of England

Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8, 2022, at the age of 96. In memoriam, we take a look at the royal monarch’s life through a musical lens…

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Stephen RaskauskasMay 13, 2017

Composer, Comedian Robbie Ellis Sings Original Tunes That’ll Have You in Stitches
Stephen RaskauskasMay 12, 2017

Kontras Quartet Brings Together Classical and Folk Traditions Live at the Pregnant Buffalo Lounge
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Conductor Mariss Jansons dies at 76; led top orchestras
Associated PressDecember 1, 2019
Mariss Jansons, conductor of top classical ensembles including the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam, has died in Russia.

Gelb’s contract as Met Opera head extended through 2026-27
Associated PressNovember 26, 2019
A former recording executive and television producer, Gelb was hired by then-Met Chairwoman Beverly Sills in October 2004 to take over two seasons later.

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