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My name is Gary Zidek. Welcome to The Arts Section. Tune into the radio program every Sunday morning on WDCB 90.9 & 90.7 FM or listen to it online here. I'll be showcasing a variety of arts & entertainment stories.

A Closer Look at "Lyric for Strings"

A Closer Look at "Lyric for Strings"

Newcity Chicago music writer Dennis Polkow talks to acclaimed 95-year-old composer George Walker (pictured above) and Chicago Symphony Orchestra music director Riccardo Muti.

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Dennis Polkow talks to composer George Walker and Chicago Symphony Orchestra music director Riccardo Muti. Walker’s iconic 1946 “Lyric for Strings” is being performed this week by Muti and the CSO.

Newcity Chicago music writer Dennis Polkow

Newcity Chicago music writer Dennis Polkow

Chicago Symphony Orchestra music director Riccardo Muti

Chicago Symphony Orchestra music director Riccardo Muti

Check out the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's upcoming schedule here

Who Dis? It's Jessica Campbell

Who Dis? It's Jessica Campbell

Paint It Black: A Review of YOU WERE NEVER REALLY HERE

Paint It Black: A Review of YOU WERE NEVER REALLY HERE