Whether you’re a longtime listener or a newcomer to WKAR, you’ve probably heard our music host Jody Knol on the air. He’s ...

Headlining was flute soloist Demarre McGill — who grew up in city music programs like the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra ...

Others were openly scorned and ridiculed at their premieres, owing to a mixture of critics’ personal biases, the political ...

Our critic tracked one concert, from its first rehearsals to its first performance. Practice is only part of what makes this ensemble excellent.

Gunther Schuller leads the NEC Jazz Orchestra in rehearsal in Jordan Hall, 1990. Schuller coined the term "Third Stream" when referring to the genre that blends classical and jazz. From jazz to ...

Apple today added a Classical Top 100 chart to Apple Music Classical, the classical music streaming service that it introduced in early 2023. The list features the most popular classical music albums ...

For a truly inspiring example of how to introduce classical music to youngsters, look no further than Australian children’s ...

A classical pianist sat down at the station piano — no announcement, no spotlight. Just music. And slowly, the sound began to ...

With performances by Padma Shri Hariharan and Pt. Rakesh Chaurasia, UTSAAH 2026 celebrates mentorship, legacy and musical ...

Guarneri Hall has been a valued space among classical music insiders, thanks to its central location and unique acoustics. A new music series may open the hall to new audiences. Even when you’re right ...

The singer sends a message to young musicians chasing instant success.