Chicago Musician

Host Shawn Stengel gives views and reviews of some Chicago theatre, binge-worthy TV series, concerts in Millennium Park, and even touches on ‘Barbenheimer’! He...

Luke Nelson wears many hats. Many are metaphorical. But not all. He is a prolific songwriter, composer, arranger. He’s a multi-instrumentalist. Sometimes he’s an...

Bill Harrison had a 40 year career as a working bass player. He played with jazz heavyweights and wedding bands. In Broadway musical pits...

Continuing my family home farewell, I talk to my siblings and their spouses. Then I chat with my parents. . . my parents as...

After nearly 2 1/2 years out of work due to the pandemic, I’ve recently returned to work. And it’s a really good job. I’m...

Selling your family home after 50 years can be traumatic. It can also be a logistical nightmare and an emotional minefield. As my family...