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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.

Keegan MorrisFebruary 13, 2025

Ravinia Begins Multi-Year Revamp with Pavilion Upgrades, Shortened ’25 Season

Katherine BuzardFebruary 12, 2025

The Evolution of the Orchestra: A Brief History

Keegan MorrisFebruary 11, 2025

New Releases Feb. 11: Three Sopranos, Chamber Works, Rare 20th-Century

Rachel Barton Pine Shreds in Heavy Metal-Inspired “Thrash”

Keegan MorrisJune 6, 2025

With a prized Megadeth tee and her lovingly adorned violin case, Rachel visited WFMT's studios to share a thrilling performance of heavy metal-inspired showpiece.

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Announcing: WFMT’s Live Grant Park Music Festival 2025 Concerts

WFMTJune 4, 2025

Join us throughout the summer as we share some of Chicago's most exciting and inspiring music making!

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How Chicago Became a Cultural Beacon of the Great Migration

Keegan MorrisFebruary 7, 2025

“You could just take that first generation of migrants. You think about what came out of it musically. There is no genre that is untouched."

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Conductor Daniel Barenboim says he’s been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease

Associated PressFebruary 6, 2025

Barenboim, 82, writes, “I am planning to maintain as many of my professional commitments as my health permits.”

Classical Music Power Couples

Adela SkowronskiFebruary 5, 2025

From starting their own charities to writing operas together, discover some of classical music's most prolific couples!

Afternoon Music with Candice Agree