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Best Classical Christmas Albums of 2025

From the serene to the upbeat, this stockingful of 2025 Christmas albums will fill your festivities with joy and wonder.

Keegan MorrisMarch 14, 2025

Classical Voyages: Rome

Keegan MorrisMarch 13, 2025

Amadeus, Parks Headline Steppenwolf’s 50th Season

Keegan MorrisMarch 13, 2025

Ravinia ’25: Kanneh-Mason, Lang Lang, Erivo Feature

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New Releases Jun. 24: Bonis, Haydn, Mozart

Keegan MorrisJune 24, 2025

Two albums highlight music by Mel Bonis, a French Romantic woman composer. Plus, comprehensive looks at music by Haydn and Mozart. And Jordi Savall explores Forgotten Symphonies.

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Maria João Pires Pauses all Public Performances

Adela SkowronskiJune 23, 2025

The internationally-acclaimed Portuguese pianist released a statement explaining her decision.

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Broadway musical ‘Hamilton’ cancels plans to play the Kennedy Center in 2026

Associated PressMarch 8, 2025

Organizers cited President Donald Trump’s shakeup of the institution’s leadership as their reason for canceling.

Playlist: Crazy Concertos

Keegan MorrisMarch 7, 2025

From concert hall classics to obscure showpieces.

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Music of the Baroque ’25-26 ‘Emerald’ Anniversary Season

Keegan MorrisMarch 6, 2025

Celestial Voices, Fathers and Sons, Baroque Blockbusters and other fascinating fare for the ensemble's 55th season.

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