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Episode 43 – Ursula Oppens / Fantasy: Oppens Plays Kaminsky
On this episode of Classical Chicago, Cedille President Jim Ginsburg joins Grammy nominated pianist Ursula Oppens in conversation about her new album.
Fantasy: Oppens Plays Kaminsky is the culmination of a decades-long personal and musical friendship between Ursula and composer Laura Kaminsky. Listen to learn more about this intriguing new collection of contemporary piano works through the esteemed pianist’s personal insight.
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In celebration of violinist Karisa Chiu‘s recording debut titled HOME (9/12/25 release) a playlist of first featured appearances on Cedille by Chicago solo performers, ensembles, and conductors (presented in order of release from newest to oldest). We’ll add tracks from HOME on its release day.
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