EDM mixes with classical music on Michael Torke's 'Being'
Composers can find inspiration in many places. This week on New Classical Tracks, composer Michael Torke talks about how his release, 'Being,' blends classical stylings with EDM.
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iSing Silicon Valley empowers members and listeners alike
This week on New Classical Tracks, learn about iSing Silicon Valley, a choral education program for school-aged girls, and their new release, 'Here I Stand.'
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Simone Dinnerstein shares her 'Character of Quiet'
While most new releases coming out were recorded before COVID-19, this one was recording this past summer during quarantine, and it reflects all the confusing feelings during this challenging time. This week on New Classical Tracks, Simone Dinnerstein discusses her new album, 'A Character of Quiet.' Enter the giveaway for a chance to win a copy of the CD!
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ARC Ensemble records the music of Walter Kaufmann for the first time
This week on New Classical Tracks, the ARC Ensemble shares music from Walter Kaufmann, the first time it has been recorded, as part of their 'Music in Exile' series.
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Caroline Shaw asks us to listen on recording with Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra
This week on New Classical Tracks, composer Caroline Shaw talks about her latest release with the Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra, featuring two new works.
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Helen Chang Haertzen takes us down 'American Avenues'
This week on New Classical Tracks, violinist Helen Chang Haertzen shares what inspired her latest release 'American Avenues,' and how fun it was to make an album of all American music. Enter the giveaway for a chance to win a copy of the CD!
19:47
Jake Runestad and Kantorei share music for our time
This week on New Classical Tracks, composer Jake Runestad discusses his latest release with Denver-based ensemble Kantorei, titled 'Sing, Wearing the Sky.' Enter the giveaway for a chance to win a copy of the CD!
30:47
Cellist Inbal Segev invites us to dance with a new concerto
This week on New Classical Tracks, cellist Inbal Segev joins forces with Marin Alsop and the London Philharmonic in a recording of a new cello concerto by Anna Clyne, titled 'Dance,' alongside Elgar's cello concerto.
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Eric Whitacre and Charles Anthony Silvestri join forces on 'The Sacred Veil'
This week on New Classical Tracks, Eric Whitacre and Charles Anthony Silvestri talk about their latest release, 'The Sacred Veil,' which explores the journey of a soul crossing the threshold into the next world.
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Ola Gjeilo showcases the soul of New York City in 'Night'
On this encore episode of New Classical Tracks, Ola Gjeilo gives a beautiful portrayal of the heart of NYC and why he loves its lights, the soul of the city, in his latest release, 'Night.' Enter the giveaway for a chance to win a copy of the CD!
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Host Julie Amacher provides an in-depth exploration of a new classical music release each week.
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Julie Amacher's desire to introduce others to great music is what led her to radio. She began her professional broadcast career at a station in Sun Prairie, Wis. She went from rock 'n' roll to the Rocky Mountains, where she found her niche in public radio at KUNC in Greeley, Colo. Julie spent 13 years at KUNC, where she managed the announcers and their eclectic music format. During that time, she earned four national awards for best announcer. She joined Minnesota Public Radio in 1997 as an on-air host and also produces New Classical Tracks, a weekly podcast critiquing a new release each week. It airs locally at 7:15 a.m. Wednesdays and 5:15 p.m. Fridays.