The WFMT Orchestra Series

10:00 pm – Sir Simon Rattle leads the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra.

Exploring Music: Boulanger, Nadia

7:00 pm – Enjoying music by the composer and organist who influenced an entire generation.

Playlist: Beethoven For Bad Days

Get through your rough patches with the king of sturm and drang: Beethoven.


Bill McGlaughlin, Exploring Music Host and Champion of Classical Music, Dies

The Peabody Award-winning musician, educator, composer, conductor, and founding host of WFMT's internationally syndicated radio series leaves behind an extraordinary legacy.

Don't Miss a Beat

New Releases July 21: John Holiday, Nathalie Stutzmann, and more.

The debut of an Early Music ensemble, a countertenor finalist on NBC's The Voice, and more from this week's new releases.

New Releases July 14: The 2026 Summer Night Concert and more

Vienna Philharmonic's highly anticipated summer concert is now available alongside other orchestral releases.

New Releases July 7: Mozart’s Mass in C Minor and more

New additions to the pantheon of classical music recordings, from past to present day.

New Releases June 30: Lara Downes, Francesco Tristano, and more

American music past and present is celebrated across various genres.

Christopher Bell’s 25th Anniversary

The Grant Park Chorus Director reflects on linguistics, Chicago memories, and a milestone achievement.

New Releases June 23: Katia & Marielle Labèque, John Williams, and more

Celebrating outstanding milestones and anniversaries in the musical world.

Pride Concerts in Chicago

Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community in Chicago and in the arts with this diverse lineup of concerts, events, shows, and more!

New Releases June 16: Chicago Symphony Brass, Gesualdo Six, and more

New orchestral recordings and works by performers who are also composers. 

New Releases June 9: Chicago Guests

Rounding up new music from local artists, partners, or artists who regularly perform in Chicago.

Grant Park Music Festival Names New President & CEO

Anwar Nasir follows in the footsteps of previous CEO Paul Winberg, who retired on April 30, 2026 after 14 years with the organization. 

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