Awadagin Pratt is a professor of piano at the University of Cincinnati and the recipient of multiple awards. He’s never shied away from talking about his experiences as a Black man in classical music, and he’s working to make it a more welcoming space. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
Guest conductor Juraj Valčuha leads the Minnesota Orchestra in a program featuring film music by Herrmann, an overture by Tchaikovsky and a symphony by Rachmaninoff. Listen to the live broadcast with host Melissa Ousley at 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, on YourClassical MPR.
Minnesota Opera presents ‘The Snowy Day,’ the story of a young boy who finds joy and wonder in the first snowfall of winter. Enjoy behind the scene conversations with members of the cast and listen to our broadcast of this production on Thursday, Feb. 12, at 7 p.m. with host Steve Staruch.
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ French cellist Gautier Capuçon invites composers from various genres to express their concern and gratitude for Mother Earth and the beauty of nature. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
When we hear “percussion,” we often think of drums — but the world of percussion contains so much more, and we explore that world on the latest episode of ‘Extra Eclectic’ in works by Shelley Washington, Ayanna Woods, Andy Akiho and more. Listen now!
On the latest episode of ‘Saturday Cinema,’ host Lynne Warfel shares a full program of music by John Williams, from deep cuts and fan favorites. Selections include music from ‘Jaws,’ ‘The Cowboys’ and ‘Time Tunnel.’ Listen now!
Gil Scott-Heron was a self-described ‘bluesologist’ and a bold voice of social activism in music in the 1970s and ‘80s. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ conductor Joel Rinsema and choral ensemble Kantorei present their latest album, featuring a commissioned piece by composer Christopher Tin about holding space for joy in times of darkness. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
As ‘Extra Eclectic’ moves to its new Monday evening time slot, host Steve Seel centers the show’s first hour on themes of “a new day,” including works by John Adams, Thomas Ades and Dobrinka Tabakova. Listen now!
On the latest episode of ‘Saturday Cinema,’ host Lynne Warfel shares listeners’ requests for their favorite film music. Selections include music from ‘Toy Story,’ ‘Schindler’s List’ and ‘Home Alone.’ Listen now!
