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Playlist: Piano Études for Your Back to School Studies

Since there is a type of musical composition named for studying — études, for you non French-speakers — we have the perfect musical accompaniment while you hit the books.

“Kerry, it’s Norm!” — Remembering Norman Pellegrini

When this particular phone call came, it was usually trouble. What often followed was something like “I don't believe there’s a ‘cough’ in Prokofiev. Love you madly! Goodnight.” Norman Pellegrini, WFMT’s illustrious program director of 43 years, was always listening — vigilant, protective of the station’s values, always blunt in his criticism, and usually right.

Playlist: 15 Classical Works to Help You Fall into Fall

Need some music to help you warm up this fall? We've got the perfect soundtrack.

How Western Opera Changed Singing in Chinese Opera

If you have ever heard Peking opera, you might think that one of the only things this style of singing has in common with Western opera singing is that they both contain the word "opera."

Video: How A 440 Became Standard Concert Pitch

Surprisingly, Chicago's Ravenswood neighborhood is at the center of this musical standard.