Stories
A 12th-century abbess gifted with extraordinary skills in medicine, science, and music.
Stephen RaskauskasMay 12, 2017
Galilee AbdullahMay 12, 2017
Stephen RaskauskasMay 11, 2017
Larry JohnsonDecember 5, 2019
On a sweltering summer evening in the early 1990s, Jessye Norman visited the Chicago area for an intimate recital at Ravinia. Host Larry Johnson recalls the singular concert experience.
George PrestonDecember 2, 2019
Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky’s renowned vocal prowess is on impressive display at Lyric Opera of Chicago in The Three Queens. Also on display are three stunning gowns by designer Rubin Singer, who's designed for stars like Beyoncé and Renée Fleming.
Playlists
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 ...
Stephen RaskauskasMay 8, 2017
Marin Alsop is a woman of many firsts; she spoke to WFMT about how she’s inspired young women, why there aren't more women on the podiums, and more.
Stephen RaskauskasMay 5, 2017
Perhaps the next time you hear a waltz, you'll think Mexico City instead of Vienna.












