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Chicago Chorale Founder Announces Retirement

The 75 year-old Artistic Director and Founding member has spent the last 24 years developing the ensemble: now, he is handing off the reins to someone else.

Keegan MorrisMarch 5, 2025

CSO Unveils ’25-26 Season, New Artist-in-Residence

March 4, 2025

New Releases Mar. 4: Hough, Okpebholo, Schumann, Walton — Plus Soviet Censorship and Latin Rhythms

Adela SkowronskiMarch 3, 2025

The Hidden Gems of Maurice Ravel

New Releases Jun. 17: Clarinet, Richter, Mäkelä, Christie

Keegan MorrisJune 17, 2025

A pair of albums showcase clarinetists Andreas and Daniel Ottensamer, we hear a lost recording from 20th century piano virtuoso Sviatoslav Richter, plus new recordings from conductors Klaus Mäkelä and William Christie.

The Juneteenth Flag over the Chicago skyline

Juneteenth Events and Performances 2025

Adela SkowronskiJune 16, 2025

Juneteenth celebrations in Chicago this year include parades, historic walks, music concerts and more!

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New Releases Feb. 25: Mysticism, Unusual Early Sounds, and Joy

February 25, 2025

This week's releases run the gamut of human experiences, with an emphasis on mysticism and spirituality, joy, and summer.

Conductor Michael Tilson Thomas says brain tumor has returned

Associated PressFebruary 24, 2025

Thomas is conducting the New World Symphony in late March and April, then the San Francisco Symphony on April 26 in a belated 80th birthday celebration.

Met ’25-’26 Season: Bates, Frank, Saariaho, & 3 New Productions

Keegan MorrisFebruary 20, 2025

Plus beloved titles from Puccini, Mozart, Verdi, and more.

With Heart and Voice