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Paintings and vintage photographs of composers who wrote songs of love.

The Love Stories that Inspired Musical Masterpieces

 Whether burning from afar or passionately reciprocated, love has been a fruitful muse for many of the great composers. Come along as we celebrate Valentine’s Day with the love stories that inspired four famous compositions.
IPM Newsroom
The linup for Uncorked concerts in February 2026, celebrating the second anniversary of Illinois Soul FM 101.1: Chris Greene, Therapy, Zo! and Tall Black Guy
Classic Mornings

Greetings From Milano-Cortina!
You have to see it for yourself to believe it!
Prairie Performances
Rota fortunae (Wheel of Fortune) from the Codex Buranus.

From the Archive: Carmina Burana
So turns the wheel of fate.
Evening Concert

The Evening Concert on Illinois Classical
ILLINOIS CLASSICAL: The Evening Concert: FEBRUARY 8 – 9 –10 – 11 – 12 – 13, 2026 
The 21st Show
Sean Brown wearing a dark blue suit and necktie, sitting in front of an Electrovoice RE-20 microphone in the beige studios of Illinois Public Media

Democratic Senate candidate Sean Brown on immigration, universal healthcare, and money in politics
We continue our conversations with candidates in the primary elections for U.S. senator from Illinois. Today is our tenth interview, with attorney Sean Brown, who's running in…
The 21st Show
Aisha Harris smiles and looks to the right with a broad smile; she's wearing a gray coat and standing in an urban environemnt; the book cover for

Best of: Aisha Harris on the culture that shaped her
In 2023, NPR's Aisha Harris joined The 21st Show to talk about the culture that shaped her, the intersection of her identities as a Black woman and a critic, and more. Her…
The 217 Today Podcast

217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Feb. 12 – Feb. 15
A screening of a French musical film, a tribute performance by a Chicago saxophonist, a musical dinner with a buffet of songs, and of course, live music.
Prairie Fire

Prairie Fire: Season 3 - Episode 4 - December 2025
We introduce you to Bloomington artist Herb Eaton, learn the important role the “Illinois Country” played in the American Revolution, and get a special holiday performance…
Mid-American Gardener

Cool plants, Winter Gardening, and Valentine Flower Care
Winter gardening tips, flower care secrets, and how to start seeds outdoors using simple containers.
State of Change

The state of the Illinois Prairie
State of Change 2025 looks at efforts to retain existing prairie in Illinois, as well as strategies to restore some areas to a more natural state.