Join us for ‘Songs of Thanks,’ an innovative new production by Cantus presenting stories and songs celebrating gratitude and community. Listen now — and then tell us why you’re thankful so we can include your feedback in next year’s program.
On the latest episode of ‘Saturday Cinema,’ host Lynne Warfel shares music from Halloween favorites new and old, including ‘Young Frankenstein,’ ‘Beetlejuice,’ ‘The Addams Family’ and more. Listen now!
It’s spooky season! Join host Jake Armerding for the best creepy music from the concert stage, film and opera in ‘Creepy Classics,’ a one-hour special made for your Halloween needs. Enjoy!
On Friday, Oct. 23, pianist Simon Trpčeski and conductor Jaime Martin joined the Minnesota Orchestra in a program featuring music by Liszt, Haydn and Mendelssohn. Listen to the concert now!
Indian classical music meets Minnesota choral music in Shruthi Rajasekar’s ‘Sarojini,’ performed by Nirmala Rajasekar, Thanjavur K. Murugaboopathi and VocalEssence. Listen to this radio special featuring music from the U.S. premiere of the piece with host Tom Crann.
Jazz singer Billie Holiday discovered “Strange Fruit,” Abel Meropol’s protest song against lynching In 1939. It became her closing number at all of her performances at Café Society and the best selling record of her career. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pianist Stephen Hough talks about his latest recording, featuring music from ‘Mary Poppins,’ along with other songs and melodies from places he’s traveled to over the years. Listen now with guest host Melissa Ousley.
On the latest episode of ‘Saturday Cinema,’ host Lynne Warfel celebrates famous folks born in October, including Julie Andrews, Walter Matthau, Alastair Sim, Edith Head and more. Listen now!
Mary Lou Williams’ artistic vision and her ability to blend diverse musical influences into a cohesive and unique composition are perfect for concert halls and jazz clubs. Find out more on the latest episode of the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
Grammy-winning composer and conductor Eric Whitacre’s latest project is a result of his personal rediscovery of meditation and his ‘deep, deep love for synthesizers.’ Listen as he speaks to host Julie Amacher about a recording that he describes as “Thomas Tallis meets ‘Blade Runner.’”
