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Queen Elizabeth II under medical care amid health fears

“Following further evaluation this morning, the Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision,” a palace spokesperson said.

Stephen RaskauskasMarch 13, 2017

π This Fugue On Pi Will Totally Blow Your Mind π

Stephen RaskauskasMarch 8, 2017

Travel Expert Rick Steves Reveals His Four Favorite Places to Hear Live Music in Europe

Michael San GabinoMarch 7, 2017

Chance the Rapper Gives $1 Million for Arts Ed in Chicago Public Schools, Goal to Raise $215 Million

Get in the Halloween Spirit With These 7 Charming Classical Jack-O’-Lanterns!

Daniel GoldbergOctober 28, 2019

Need some classical inspiration for your pumpkin carving this Halloween? Look no further, WFMT has found some of the most creative and spooky carvings across the internet!

The Film Score: Music for Halloween

Michael San GabinoOctober 28, 2019

Hosted by Chicago Tribune film critic Michael Phillips, the program presents music from movies that explore the supernatural, the science-fictional, and the demonic (with a few laughs along the way).

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Meet the Real Star of “La La Land,” Academy Award-Winning Composer Justin Hurwitz

Michael San GabinoFebruary 28, 2017

La La Land, an original movie musical that recently won 6 Academy Awards, has sung and danced its way onto the big screen and into the hearts of millions. The film tells the love story of Mia and Sebastian, two artists trying to break into the competitive world of LA’s entertainment industry. While mega stars Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling portray ...

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Playlist: 10 Composers Changing Classical Music (Who Also Happen to Be Women)

Stephen RaskauskasFebruary 28, 2017

If you’re looking to expand your own repertoire, why not explore the music of living composers? Check out these 10 composers changing contemporary classical music today who also all happen to be women.

Hear What Maya Angelou, ‘I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings’ Author, Sounds Like Singing the Blues

Stephen RaskauskasFebruary 21, 2017

Author and activist Maya Angelou is best for her autobiographical memoir I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. But have you heard Angelou sing?

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