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Featuring some of the most popular music ever to grace the opera stage, Minnesota Opera’s ‘Carmen’ brings every aspect of Georges Bizet’s thrilling tale to life, from its tantalizing beginning to its devastating climax. Listen to audio from YourClassical MPR’s recent broadcast now.

Singer Paul Robeson had a commanding physical presence, but it was his intense bass voice that led him to popularity. His successful career as an actor, singer and Socialist activist came to an end during the Cold War. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.

Classical host Andrea Blain is leaving after more than seven years with our listeners to return to Ireland. Find out what she’ll miss most about hosting and what she has planned for the future. (Hint: You’ll be hearing her again soon on YourClassical MPR.)

California musician Skylar Tang, 16, is the winner of a Jazz at Lincoln Center contest. She'll accept the award in New York this weekend.

Composer Adolphus Hailstork has had his music performed by major orchestras and ensembles around the world since the 1970s. He often uses his music to amplify Black voices. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.

Colin McPhee’s “Tabuh Tabuhan” was a groundbreaking introduction of Balinese Gamelan music to the West. On the latest episode of Extra Eclectic, host Steve Seel features McPhee’s work, as well as music by Caroline Shaw, Anna Clyne and Ukrainian composer Valentin Silvestrov.

Minnesota composer Steve Heitzeg’s new work, ‘Lament of the Earth,’ premiered May 1 at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi, Minnesota. Performers included the National Lutheran Choir, the Minnesota Boychoir, soloist Clara Osowski and conductor David Cherwien. Listen to the concert now.

You asked for it. Host Lynne Warfel delivers. Listen as she plays your favorite film music on this listener-request episode of Saturday Cinema.

Shortly after George Floyd’s murder almost two years ago, clarinetist Anthony McGill came up with his own way of expressing his grief and anger. Find out more in his recent interview with Steve Seel.

St. Olaf College choral conductor Anton Armstrong has been sharing the power and beauty of singing since he was a child. His work in choral music involves breaking down racial and cultural barriers that keep us from uniting in song. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.