9:00 am – A beloved Christmas tradition, live from the 500 year-old Chapel of King’s College, Cambridge.
7:00 pm – Celebrating the music of winter holidays found around the world.
Immerse yourself in concerts, festive programming, playlists, and more at WFMT's Holiday Central.
New Releases Dec 23: Paying Homage
The 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth, two Jewish composers who all but vanished from history, and other musical homages.
Don't Miss a Beat
Best Classical Christmas Albums of 2025
From the serene to the upbeat, this stockingful of 2025 Christmas albums will fill your festivities with joy and wonder.
New Releases Dec 16: Sonic Patchwork
Bertrand Chamayou & Leif Ove Andsnes pay respects to Franz Schubert; brand new brass works highlighting the instrument family.
Muti Recognized by Pope Leo at the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV presented Muti with the 2025 Ratzinger Prize following the Vatican's Christmas concert on December 12th.
The Music of Home
Karisa Chiu collaborated with pianist Zhu Wang and Cedille Records to shape a personal debut reflecting her Chicago roots and family heritage.
New Releases Dec 9: The Approaching Holidays
A monumental box set marking the 400th anniversary of Louis Couperin and a set of new holiday albums.
New Releases Dec 2: International Chopin Festival Winner
Uncovering some hidden gems of Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Welsh composer Grace Williams, and more.
Chicago Chorale Founder Announces Retirement
The 75 year-old Artistic Director and Founding member has spent the last 24 years developing the ensemble: now, he is handing off the reins to someone else.
Playlist: Gratitude and Giving Thanks
Works by composers for the people and places that shaped them – music filled with warmth, reflection, and appreciation.
New Releases Nov. 25: Works to Cherish
Uncovering some hidden gems of Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Welsh composer Grace Williams, and more.
Chicago Holiday Performances Guide 2025: Concerts, Nutcrackers, Jazz, and more
From all corners of the city and beyond, take part in holiday cheer with music to suit every palate.