Before the turkey and pies, Black households across America would start their holiday in church. Hymns like “Come Ye Thankful People, Come” were sung with spirituals like “Give Me Jesus.” That choral tradition became the soil from which soul music grew. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Canadian pianist Marc-André Hamelin explores rare works he’s collected throughout his career on his latest recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Celebrate the season with song! Melissa Ousley hosts this one-hour program of holiday favorites, new and old, presented live in concert by Chanticleer, the Grammy-winning 12-man ensemble known as "an orchestra of voices."
We have a variety of classical specials for the holiday season, from Christmas to New Year's Day. Listen to them any time that's convenient using this comprehensive listing.
On Friday, Nov. 21, Thomas Søndergård led the Minnesota Orchestra in a concert that presented three perspectives on processing grief, featuring music by Dorn, Clyne and Brahms. Listen to the concert now!
On the latest episode of ‘Saturday Cinema,’ host Lynne Warfel shares deep cuts from listeners’ most-requested composers, including James Newton Howard, Michael Giacchino and Alexandre Desplat. Listen now!
Two works newly attributed to J.S. Bach got their first performance in centuries this week.
For their new album, the expansive jazz group Snarky Puppy collaborated with Metropole Orkest. The live recording is the band's grandest feat yet.
Grammy-winning mandolin player Chris Thile is out with a new album. This time he is taking the music of J.S. Bach to different locations.
The players of the Imani Winds have had faith in commissioning new works that uplift the profile of BIPOC composers and performers. They have been doing so for more than 25 years. Find out more in the latest episode of the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
