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Playlist: Gratitude and Giving Thanks

Works by composers for the people and places that shaped them – music filled with warmth, reflection, and appreciation.

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Keegan MorrisFebruary 27, 2025

Women’s History Month 2025: Music & Arts Celebrations Across Chicago
WFMTFebruary 26, 2025

Women’s History Month Highlights on WFMT
February 25, 2025

New Releases Feb. 25: Mysticism, Unusual Early Sounds, and Joy
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The Evolution of the Orchestra: Brass
Katherine BuzardJune 12, 2025
The oldest surviving metal trumpets, constructed of silver and copper, were discovered in the tomb of the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun. So how did we get to today's lineup?

Video: 5 Questions with Giancarlo Guerrero
WFMTJune 11, 2025
The Nicaragua-born Costa Rican conductor visited WFMT to preview the upcoming Grant Park season, discuss his favorite summertime activities, and more.

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Elgin Symphony ’25-’26: Enduring Classics, Notable Soloists, and New Works
Keegan MorrisFebruary 20, 2025
Guest artists include cellist Oliver Herbert, violinist Geneva Lewis, and pianist Orion Weiss.
Esme Arias-Kim and the Civic Orchestra of Chicago

Semifinalists Named for Cedille’s Chicago-Focused Emerging Artist Competition
Keegan MorrisFebruary 19, 2025
Open to early-career Chicago-based and Chicago-born classical musicians, the grand prize is a contract for a debut solo album worth almost $75k.

New Releases Feb. 18: Bach, Strauss, Goodyear, and More
Keegan MorrisFebruary 18, 2025
Plus, delve into explorations of lieder, Romantic piano rep, and contemporary compositions by Richard Rodney Bennett and more.
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