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Playlist: Classical Music for Cooking

Much like a gourmet dish, classical music is the result of many individual elements coming together. The composer, like a chef, must know the distinct flavor profiles of each instrument and how they complement each other.

Esme Arias-Kim and the Civic Orchestra of Chicago

Robbie Ellis | January 25, 2023

Esme Arias-Kim, 17, Wins 2023 Crain-Maling Foundation CSO Young Artist Competition

Kangmin Justin Kim with wry smile in hand-knit sweater, vivid aqua background

Keegan Morris | January 24, 2023

Caccini, Hasse, Scarlatti: Haymarket Shares ’23 Season

Keegan Morris | January 24, 2023

95th Oscars: Music & Sound Nominees

collage of mozart with text: Classical Music You Probably Know (but can't name)

Playlist: Classical Music You Probably Know (But Can’t Name): Vol. 1

Adela Skowronski | June 15, 2023

Classical music can be nigh on impossible to find unless you know exactly what you're looking for. Let us help!

Brian Hong and Alexander Hersh perform at Guarneri Hall

Classical Music in the Loop as Guarneri Hall Announces 5th Anniversary Season

Keegan Morris | June 15, 2023

Over six programs, Guarneri will present wide-ranging explorations of chamber music repertoire.

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Joyce Yang poses dramatically with the piano

Grant Park Music Festival 2023 Season Released

Keegan Morris | January 10, 2023

What music will fill your summer? Grant Park shares its 2023 offerings.

Quiz: What Should Your Musical New Year’s Resolution Be?

Adela Skowronski | January 4, 2023

Realistic New Year’s resolutions are difficult to create, and even harder to maintain. Let WFMT help you set some achievable, musical goals as we head into the new year!

At top of opera, Yoncheva worries about classical music

Associated Press | December 30, 2022

In a bid to shape projects and bolster opera’s audience, Yoncheva is launching her own record label.

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