Stories

10 Woman Conductors You Should Know

Though there is a long way still to go, today’s stages are richer because these pioneering conductors are on them.

Noel MorrisFebruary 21, 2014

Ana María Martínez: “Czech Was the Hardest”

Noel MorrisDecember 16, 2013

Beethoven’s Smile: Yes, He Had One

black and white closeup of a vintage saxophone

Peter van de GraaffOctober 29, 2013

Composer Exploration: Jacques Ibert

Tough act to follow: Young maestro leads Israel Philharmonic

Associated PressMay 22, 2019

When Zubin Mehta joined the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra in 1969, it would be 20 years before Lahav Shani was even born. Now, at the age of 30, the wunderkind is poised to succeed his mentor at the helm.

Studs waltzes along with the Newberry Library’s latest dance exhibit

Matthew ByrdMay 20, 2019

Studs Terkel was known for a lot of things-his Pulitzer Prize-winning oral histories, his seemingly boundless appetite for life, and even his penchant for cigars. One of Studs’ less well-remembered legacies, however, is his tremendous admiration for the art of dance.

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Beyond ‘Tristan’

Noel MorrisFebruary 21, 2013

One of the more innovative efforts of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in recent years has been the concert series Beyond the Score. It’s an opportunity to peel the curtain back on a composition, on a composer’s mindset, and on their interaction with orchestral instruments. Each show combines musical excerpts, narration, and visuals to examine a single piece of music. After intermission, ...

Exploring Music with Bill McGlaughlin