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New Classical Tracks - Randall Goosby

This week on New Classical Tracks, violinist Randall Goosby connects with his African-American heritage by premiering rediscovered works by Florence Price on his debut album, Roots. Enter the giveaway for a chance to win a copy of the album!

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Violinist Randall Goosby finds inspiration in his heritage 

The Lakes Area Music Festival is back in Brainerd this summer with live in-person performances, a new concert venue and its first music director. Even if you can’t attend, all 11 concerts — starting July 30 and running through Aug. 22 — will be streamed live.


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Lakes Area Music Festival returns with new music director and venue

The cast members of the stage musical ‘The Lion King’ gathered recently for their first rehearsal since COVID shut down London’s West End, and the British theater website WhatsOnStage was there to capture the emotional, magical moments as they sang ‘The Circle of Life.’ Watch now.


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Reunited 'Lion King' cast captures magic with 'Circle of Life'

Who’s the greatest Minnesotan? Judy Garland? F. Scott Fitzgerald? Kirby Puckett? Hubert Humphrey? All worthy. But ask any trumpet player, and they’ll tell you it’s Adolph “Bud” Herseth. Find out why in this week’s picks from John Birge.


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Birge's Picks: A centennial or two

Share the joys of the music you love with young listeners through YourClassical Storytime — classic stories with a classical twist!


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The University of Minnesota's 40th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute concert moves online this year and honors the legacy of John Lewis. Featuring music from spirituals to pop, the event on Jan. 17, hosted by VocalEssence's G. Phillip Shoultz III is a fitting tribute to the civil right leader's legacy.


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