Recognizing the Chicagoans, musicians, artists, and friends of WFMT who died this past year.

A job application, an overwhelmed orchestra, and a remarkable true story behind one of classical music’s best loved works.

As we look forward to the festivities, we have compiled some of Chicago’s most enticing holiday offerings!

When a classical music organization has been around for 50 years, it can be easy to take it for granted.

The season, which runs from August 19, 2020, to May 6, 2021, features 36 performances including vocal recitals, symphonic concerts, and ballet performances.

“I love being able to share music with your close friends… As I started playing in more competitions and festivals, I would think, ‘Who would be my dream team for a quartet?’”

Elise K. Kirk, emerita director of the White House Historical Society, highlights ten US presidents who changed music in America through the music they presented at the White House.