Roberta Flack is the shepherd of a new R&B sound
Pop artist Roberta Flack grew up classically trained and continued to love the music, even when revolutionizing the R&B scene. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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Kirill Gerstein performs Rachmaninoff with the Minnesota Orchestra
Pianist Kirill Gerstein returns to Orchestra Hall alongside music director Thomas Søndergård for a program featuring Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 1, as well as music by Chen and Strauss. Listen to the live broadcast with host Melissa Ousley at 8 p.m. Friday, May 3, on YourClassical MPR.
May Day music
The first day of May is considered the first day of summer in Celtic tradition. Whether you’re giving thanks for spring or summer, there’s little doubt that things are greening outside — and we celebrate that on this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ with host Steve Seel. Listen now!
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'Folk Classics Across the Globe'
Host Ines Guanchez explores classical pieces inspired by folk music from composers and cultures that have often existed on the fringes of the classical canon, including three world premieres recorded at MPR’s headquarters. Listen now to ‘Folk Classical Across the Globe.’
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Cantus and Canadian Brass join forces for an evening of music and surprises
When Cantus and Canadian Brass got together for a one-off show this past February, they delighted the audience at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. Steve Seel hosts this special two-hour concert event featuring folk music, classical standards, tangos, spirituals and more! Listen now.
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'Fur, Feathers and Flutes'
Do our pets have a special connection with classical music? Host Jillene Khan thinks so! Join her as she hosts ‘Fur, Feathers and Flutes,’ a program that celebrates the love we have for our companions and their connection to classical music. Listen now and check out cute pictures of the furry and feathered friends who were featured in the show!
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Violist Molly Gebrian and pianist Danny Holt celebrate three 'Trailblazers' of classical music
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ violist Molly Gebrian collaborates with pianist Danny Holt on ‘Trailblazers,’ an album featuring sonatas by Henriette Bosmans, Ethel Smyth and Dora Pejacevic. Find out more!
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‘The Turtle and the Flute’
When a turtle finds a flute on the rainforest floor, she opens up a world of possibilities! But what happens when a curious stranger hears her play? Find out in ‘The Turtle and the Flute,’ the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime, featuring narration by Ines Guanchez, Brazilian music and illustrations by E.J. Thompson.
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