Playlist for Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Through the Night with Peter van de Graaff

6:00 am

Mornings with Jan Weller

Including news and weather on the hour between 6:00 am and 9:00 am; and "Carl’s Almanac" at 7:30 am.

7:00 am

WFMT’s fifth annual "Bach to School" membership drive

Until 7:00 pm. Each year, WFMT’s Bach to School program provides free musical instruments to hundreds of schools, supporting thousands of students in their musical journey. This fall, 100 Chicago schools will each receive two acoustic guitars—a new resource to help students and educators deepen their connection to the rich world of music. Tune in to learn how you can help advance a bright and accessible future for music in our community. Call (773) 279-2100 or visit wfmt.com.

7:00 pm

Exploring Music

Fit for A King

For centuries, the relationship between a King and his musical subjects has been intimate and deep. From Bach to Bridge, we will listen to this rich and intriguing world of the European court composer. This means listening to some glorious music and, in most cases, giving credit where credit is due to the people who commissioned these works. Bill McGlaughlin will connect Haydn, Scarlatti, and Walton to their savvy patrons, confirming that if you want to command the finest musicians, it helps to be the king.

8:00 pm

Evening Music

10:00 pm

Baroque&Before with Candice Agree

18th-cenutry concertos with Ensemble Diderot

Violinist Johannes Pramsohler leads Ensemble Diderot in concertos by Bach and Vivaldi. Recorded live in concert February 28, 2026.