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How Handel's 'Messiah' became a holiday perennial

How Handel's 'Messiah' became a holiday perennial

What is the story behind Handel’s ‘Messiah,’ and why is it performed at both Christmas and Easter? Here’s everything you need to know about this enduring holiday masterpiece, including the best recordings.

10 great works for Holy Week besides Handel's 'Messiah'
Celebrate Holy Week with the premiere of Johann Schelle's 'Psalm 103'
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Choral music called and Philip Brunelle answered

Choral music called and Philip Brunelle answered

Choral legend Philip Brunelle has done it all. He’s the founder and artistic director of VocalEssence, a vocal ensemble based at the Plymouth Congregational Church in Minneapolis. He recently talked to Minnesota Public Radio about his esteemed career. Listen now!

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St. Olaf ranks where? Website purports to list top U.S. college choirs
King's Singers return to Minneapolis as part of 'Legacies' seven-city U.S. tour
'Midwinter Songs' with the Oslo Chamber Choir

'Midwinter Songs' with the Oslo Chamber Choir

The Oslo Chamber Choir was founded in 1984 by Grete Pedersen. The ensemble has acquired a unique expression by being the only choir where all the singers are profoundly trained in Norwegian folk music singing. Listen now to the Oslo Chamber Choir’s recent performance at St. Olaf College, with host Steve Staruch.

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Christmas at Luther: 'The Gifts They Gave Emmanuel'

Christmas at Luther: 'The Gifts They Gave Emmanuel'

Each December, the Center for Faith and Life at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, rings out with the sacred and the exuberant: the sounds of the Christmas season. Enjoy the 2022 program, ‘The Gifts They Gave Emmanuel.’

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Undine Smith Moore understood the art of teaching

Undine Smith Moore understood the art of teaching

Undine Smith Moore knew the importance of music education from an early age. But despite her success, she still doubted her abilities and accomplishments as a composer, citing racism. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.

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