Dreams of the Fallen

'Dreams of the Fallen' recognizes and memorializes through music and poetry those who have protected our country — often at great sacrifice — from before its founding to the present. Listen now to this tribute to U.S. military heroes.


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'Dreams of the Fallen': A Memorial Day tribute to U.S. military heroes

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The Listening Project by the Minnesota Orchestra celebrates rarely-heard Black classical composers.

The Minnesota Orchestra celebrates rarely-heard Black classical composers

In a new work commissioned by the Minnesota Orchestra in the wake of George Floyd’s murder, composer Carlos Simon and librettist Marc Bamuthi Joseph presented ‘brea(d)th,’ a uniquely American story rooted in the Minneapolis community. On Friday, May 19, conductor Jonathan Taylor Rush led the orchestra and 150 singers through this groundbreaking work. Listen to the concert now.


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Listen: Minnesota Orchestra presents George Floyd-inspired 'brea(d)th' with the help of 150 singers

Music from films that pay tribute to those who served, and who didn't come home.

Memorial Day 2022

Join ‘Saturday Cinema’ host Lynne Warfel as she presents her annual Memorial Day show with film music in honor of those who sacrificed everything for their country. Listen to her 2022 Memorial Day show now, including music from ‘The Longest Day,’ ‘Saving Private Ryan’ and ‘Platoon.’


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New Classical Tracks (Extended Interview) - Osmo Vanska

New Classical Tracks - Osmo Vanska

In this week’s New Classical Tracks, conductor Osmo Vänskä explores how Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 9 carries a message of life in his latest recording with the Minnesota Orchestra. Enter the giveaway for a chance to win a copy of the album! 


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Osmo Vänskä finds a message about life in Mahler's Symphony No. 9

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Nancy Carlson’s classic charmer ‘I Like Me’ is a short but sweet tale of a young pig who learns how to practice good habits of self-esteem and pride – embracing how she looks, what she likes to do and, most importantly, how to be kind to herself. And it’s the newest episode of YourClassical Storytime, featuring storytelling by Ines Guanchez with the help of a bunch of kids and the music of Luigi Boccherini.


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