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Playlist: Electrifying Classical Music Fireworks

WFMT is bringing you the fire with a curated playlist of pyrotechnic music.

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Keegan Morris | July 1, 2024

Bella Voce’s ’24–25 Season Charts Vocal Voyages Across Musical Traditions

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Keegan Morris | June 21, 2024

Unsung Heroes of Uptown Promotes Connection in the Name of Community, Studs Terkel

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Associated Press | June 20, 2024

Paris gets into the groove for historic Olympic opening ceremony, adapted to its iconic cityscape

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Guarneri Hall Announces ’24–25 Season With 20th Century, Jazz

Keegan Morris | June 19, 2024

Plus chamber music and a live score for a silent film.

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Chopin’s Top 10 Works

WFMT | June 18, 2024

Though his life was short, Frédéric Chopin's prolific output lives on, inspiring listeners and artists like few others.

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Playlist: Electrifying Classical Music Fireworks

Playlist: Classical Music You Probably Know (But Can’t Name): Vol. 3

Playlist: Relaxing Romantic-Era Classical Music

Playlist: Classical Music for a Quick, Confidence-Boosting Commute

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Juneteenth Events in Chicago 2024

Keegan Morris | June 14, 2024

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

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Chicago Music and Arts Events for Summer 2024

Keegan Morris | June 7, 2024

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

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CSO MusicNOW & Curator-Composers Announced for ’24–25

Keegan Morris | June 5, 2024

Two composers with strong Chicago ties...