Bill McGlaughlin, Beloved Classical Music Radio Host, Dies at 82

At the age of 82, Bill McGlaughlin, a distinguished conductor, composer, and classical music radio host, has passed away. He was admired for his unique combination of humor, sincerity, and seriousness. McGlaughlin started his career as a trombonist and rose to fame as America's most recognized classical music radio personality, captivating listeners with his rich baritone voice. A memorable incident occurred during an interview in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, where he continued speaking despite being told to wrap up. He worked alongside David Osenberg on 'PostClassical,' promoting lesser-known American composers. In a 2020 broadcast, he reflected on Wilhelm Furtwängler's wartime Berlin performances, stating about a 1942 Schubert piece: 'This time we broke it, we really broke civilization.' He was regarded as 'one of a kind, irreplaceable,' and had a complicated relationship with Horowitz.