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Manufacturers struggle to keep pace with vinyl record demand

The Recording Industry Association of America says record album sales grew a whopping 61% last year — and reached $1 billion for the first time since the 1980s.

Nate BeversluisDecember 27, 2016

Playlist: Classical Music to Accompany Your Hanukkah

Keegan MorrisDecember 23, 2016

These Vintage Holiday Ads Are Sure to Make Your Spirits Bright

Kerry FrumkinDecember 22, 2016

Chicago Composer Brings Recently Restored St. Stanislaus Kostka Church “Out of Darkness into Light”

From 2014: Jessye Norman Visits WFMT

Noel MorrisOctober 1, 2019

WFMT is deeply saddened to learn that soprano Jessye Norman has died at age 74. As a tribute to her inspiring life and career, we are re-sharing this story from when Ms. Norman herself visited WFMT.

Program Director David Polk shares his favorite musical memories from his 14 years at WFMT

David PolkOctober 1, 2019

After nearly 14 years at WFMT, David Polk has decided to move on. During his time, he's amassed a huge collection of music that he will always associate with the station. On his last day at WFMT, he wants to share with you just a few of the musical gems that he'll be taking with him in spirit.

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