Stories

Slushies and Sonatas: Chicago’s Newest Classical Venue Arrives

ACM enters a new era with the 10th anniversary of the Thirsty Ears Music Festival, and a brand-new music venue where a 7-Eleven once stood.

Katherine BuzardOctober 8, 2024

Keegan MorrisOctober 3, 2024

Louise Kern-KenslerOctober 3, 2024

Adela SkowronskiMarch 18, 2025

How a collaboration between Anne Harris and Amanda Ewing is shining light on the history of Black luthiers in the United States.

March 17, 2025

With St. Patrick’s Day upon us, here are the stories behind just a few bagpipe standards.

Playlists

Adela SkowronskiSeptember 26, 2024

The mysterious work may well date from the prolific composer's teenage years.

Keegan MorrisSeptember 18, 2024

For the last four seasons, the Second City has been the Cleveland-founded Baroque ensemble's second home.

Katherine BuzardSeptember 18, 2024

An autumnal assortment of songs in German, French, English, and even Swedish, each with their own take on the fall season.