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The epic dread of Bob Dylan’s ‘Murder Most Foul’

In his 17-minute song about JFK's assassination, Dylan brings the Baby Boom generation’s primal calamity right back home to 2020.

From their homes to yours, sidelined Boston musicians are still putting on a show

Like their counterparts everywhere, Boston artists have taken to digital concerts to stay connected to fans and raise money.

Where to hear Boston Lyric Opera’s canceled ‘Norma’ production

The show was scrapped before opening night, but WCRB captured an audio recording.

These orchestra musicians might be apart, but they can still play as one

Toronto Symphony set the bar with its take on Copland’s “Appalachian Spring.”

COMFORT ZONE
Daily Distraction: Alone time with Joni Mitchell’s ‘Hejira'
In our current state of social distancing, the album's songs of independence feel even more resonant than usual.

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Mark Erelli’s ‘Blindsided’ brings the rock ’n’ soul
For his 12th solo album, Erelli has amped up with a superb band.

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‘BSO at Home’ serves up concerts and self-produced videos

WCRB-FM will also air encore broadcasts of BSO concerts from the past six years.

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As coronavirus shuttered venues, these Boston music groups raced to livestreaming and recordings

Boston Lyric Opera and Guerilla Opera got creative in the face of a mass cultural shutdown.

DAILY DIVERSION

‘Stay at Home Festival’ unites roots musicians from across the Atlantic on livestream

The event features livestreamed sets from at least seven different countries.

CLASSICAL NOTES

For each canceled classical concert, a recommended recording

Recordings are an imperfect but welcome substitute for spring's slate of canceled events.

Here’s some of the classical music you can livestream

Concert hall closed? Bring the concert hall to your couch!

Singer/songwriter Erin McKeown juggles the demands of being ‘not that famous’

With a teaching gig at Brown, concerts to perform, and a musical she co-wrote currently in production, the Massachusetts resident has plenty on her plate.

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Boston Symphony Orchestra cancels slate of March concerts

The orchestra closes Symphony Hall to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.

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With ‘Norma,’ Boston Lyric Opera takes up a grueling role for sopranos

One singer likened the role to Mount Everest.