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Karisa Chiu collaborated with pianist Zhu Wang and Cedille Records to shape a personal debut reflecting her Chicago roots and family heritage.

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Keegan MorrisFebruary 20, 2025

Met ’25-’26 Season: Bates, Frank, Saariaho, & 3 New Productions
Keegan MorrisFebruary 20, 2025

Elgin Symphony ’25-’26: Enduring Classics, Notable Soloists, and New Works
Esme Arias-Kim and the Civic Orchestra of Chicago
Keegan MorrisFebruary 19, 2025

Semifinalists Named for Cedille’s Chicago-Focused Emerging Artist Competition
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The Evolution of the Orchestra: Brass
Katherine Buzard
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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Breaking Boundaries: The Genre-Defying Legacies of Black Musicians
Keegan MorrisFebruary 14, 2025
These musicians didn’t just navigate the classical and jazz realms… they transcended and redefined them.

Ravinia Begins Multi-Year Revamp with Pavilion Upgrades, Shortened ’25 Season
Keegan MorrisFebruary 13, 2025
The newly announced Pavilion upgrade launches a multi-year renovation project, all ahead of Ravinia's 125th anniversary in 2029.

The Evolution of the Orchestra: A Brief History
Katherine BuzardFebruary 12, 2025
The modern orchestra as we know it today only took shape in the last 150 years.
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