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?”
Tenor Lawrence Brownlee is conscious of how the work of Black singers in the past has helped him succeed in his career, and he intends to do the same for upcoming young singers. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
Contemporary composers with Middle Eastern roots provide a lively tapestry on this week’s episode of ‘Extra Eclectic.’ We hear Layale Chaker’s ‘Ya Fajr’ from ‘Mkhammas Suite,’ Reza Vali’s Calligraphy No. 16, ‘Isfahan’ and more. Listen now with host Steve Seel!
This Friday, Thomas Søndergård and the Minnesota Orchestra welcome Chopin Competition winner Bruce Liu for a program featuring music by Prokofiev, Carlos and Rachmaninoff. Listen to the live broadcast with host Melissa Ousley at 8 p.m. Friday, June 13, on YourClassical MPR.
Congratulations to the two winners of our 2025 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize!
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!
The St. Paul Chamber Orchestra presents a program intertwined with comedy and tragedy featuring music by Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Haydn and Sibelius. Listen to the concert now!
Follow along as YourClassical tracks the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, one of the world’s most prestigious showcases of rising piano talent.
Please join us in celebrating Fred Child’s remarkable tenure as host of ‘Performance Today’ by sharing a farewell message with him.
