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Classical Queery: 'What are queer spaces?'

Classical Queery: 'What are queer spaces?'

In celebration of Pride, host Mya Temanson presents Classical Queery, a series that illustrates how classical music can uplift queer voices and how queer experiences can transform the classical music scene. This week, three special guests answer the question: “What are queer spaces?”

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Agnes Barthel and Anna Pitsavas Wakely are the winners of the 2025 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize
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Janoska Ensemble gives 'The Four Seasons' a makeover

Janoska Ensemble gives 'The Four Seasons' a makeover

On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, the Janoska ensemble gives Antonio Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons’ a makeover in its signature style. Listen now!

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YourClassical follows the 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition
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Share a farewell message with Fred Child
Classical Queery: 'Can you queer classical music?'

Classical Queery: 'Can you queer classical music?'

In celebration of Pride, host Mya Temanson presents Classical Queery, a series that illustrates how classical music can uplift queer voices and how queer experiences can transform the classical music scene. This week, special guest Martha Mockus answers the question: “Can you queer classical music?”

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YourClassical names Valerie Kahler as new host of 'Performance Today'
Pianist Alice Sara Ott honors Irish composer John Field
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Jocelyn Hagen’s ‘Notebooks of Leonardo da Vinci’ makes its London debut
Listen: 'Proud to Be' celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community in classical music

Listen: 'Proud to Be' celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community in classical music

Pride Month is a wonderful time to celebrate our unique identities and to reflect on how authenticity shows up in our lives. We asked classical musicians in the LGBTQIA community to share their thoughts on Pride. Listen now. [Support for Pride Month programming is provided by Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church.]

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