The former Ravinia music director joins WFMT to share stories from his career in advance of his return to Ravinia next month.

From all corners of the city and beyond, take part in holiday cheer with music to suit every palate.

WFMT’s series of concerts from Ravinia Festival returns on Sunday, August 31 at 3:00 pm for a 10-week lineup of wonderful chamber recitals.

We look back at last year’s opening night CSO performance at Ravinia. Marin Alsop, Chief Conductor of the Ravinia Festival, leads the CSO in a program celebrating American composers. Opening the program is Copland’s Suite from Appalachian Spring, followed by Johnson’s Charleston. Next, soloist Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha joins in Barber’s Knoxville: Summer of 1915, Op. 24. Rounding out the program …

Summertime is upon us! Make the most of Chicago’s most exciting season with this eclectic sampling of concerts, exhibitions, and events!

Turner will retire following the CSO’s residency at the Ravinia Festival this summer.

Guest artists making their festival debuts with the CSO will include pianist Nobuyuki Tsujii, musical theater royalty Sutton Foster, violinist Himari, and cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason.

The newly announced Pavilion upgrade launches a multi-year renovation project, all ahead of Ravinia’s 125th anniversary in 2029.

The 2025 season will run from March to October and feature an oratorio and three operas.

From all corners of the city and beyond, take part in holiday cheer with a wide range of merriment.

Concerts, festivals, and more to celebrate Halloween in Chicago.

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

“I’m from the South Side, 99th and Throop. Went to school on the South Side, and then every day traveling downtown to go to ballet school. I’m really a Chicago boy, for sure.” 

A unique program blends classical guitar and string quartet music while exploring themes of migration, identity, and belonging.

Works by Florence Price and other women composers, including unpublished songs by Margaret Bonds.

In addition to being a teacher, writer, and the co-artistic director of the Marlboro Music Festival, Jonathan Biss is also a touring concert pianist. He stopped by Ravinia earlier this summer to perform works by Franz Schubert and Tyshawn Sorey. This performance was recorded at Ravinia on June 20th, 2024.

Revisiting a performance by the Steans Piano Trio at Ravinia’s Bennett Gordon Hall. Concert recorded on November 17th, 2023.

An iconic Chicago venue has invited a familiar face to join its leadership ranks.

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 88th summer season at Ravinia with Chief Conductor Marin Alsop in a festive evening of all-American music.

The renowned string group celebrates their 20th anniversary with a concert of works ranging from Astor Piazzolla to Stacy Garrop. This concert was recorded on November 10th, 2023 at Bennett Gordon Hall.

Concerts, festivals, and more to celebrate Juneteenth in Chicago.

Summer arts riches — from open air concerts to music legends passing through our great city.

In addition to her respected artistry, Slack’s industry-leading endeavors strive to make classical music and opera more accessible and inclusive.

Armstrong is Oakland’s first music director since the unexpected death of Michael Morgan in 2021.

The new music director designate is just 28 years old. He’ll be the youngest in orchestra history when he takes the baton.