Chmielewski Funtime Band still going strong after 137 years
The Chmielewski Funtime Band has been a polka staple for 137 years, and they're still going strong. The Minnesota-based band continues building on its Polish-American musical roots.
The Minnesota Orchestra's 'Home for the Holidays' program has turned into a lovely Christmas tradition in just a few years. Find out more about this musical spectacular built around Kevin Kling's uniquely Minnesotan story.
For many Minnesotans, nothing says Christmas like a tuba concert. During December, TubaChristmas recitals take place across the state, bringing in low-brass players to share the joy of the holiday season at these free events.
Thirty-five marching bands from Minnesota and across the region performed all day and evening Saturday in the Youth in Music Marching Band Championships at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Check out these photos to get a glimpse of their incredible field shows.
When he makes his Minnesota Orchestra debut this weekend, violinist Benjamin Beilman will be bringing his 1709 Stradivari, a rapidly burgeoning professional reputation, and the score to a fiery concerto that has somehow fallen out of favor. Listen live at 8 p.m. Friday to Classical MPR's broadcast.