YourClassical Storytime: 'The Little Squirrel Who Worried'

Transported mysteriously to Mars, our hero John Carter meets a weird ten-legged companion. But is this strange creature a friend or foe? Find out in ‘A Dog of Mars,’ the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime — with storytelling by Randy Salas, illustrations by E.J. Thompson and music by Gustav Holst.

Host Melanie Renate speaks to Kimberly Waigwa, artistic director of One Voice Mixed Chorus, about what the GALA Choruses Festival is and what it means to the singers and the community. This event gathers LGBTQ+ choruses for five days of singing, connecting and creating in Minneapolis, from July 10 to 15. It’s the largest LGBTQ choral event in the world!

As we observe July Fourth, enjoy this soaring performance of "From Sea to Shining Sea" by the Aeolians of Oakwood University and about 750 Minnesota high school choir students.

Minnesota Orchestra music director Thomas Sondergard shares a tongue-in-cheek secret of conducting during a chat with YourClassical MPR host Melissa Ousley at an MPR event.

Minnesota Orchestra music director Thomas Søndergård explains how he and his husband, baritone Andreas Landin, share their love of music during a chat with YourClassical MPR host Melissa Ousley at an MPR event.

What if the wind and the sun had a friendly competition to see which one was the strongest? That’s exactly what happens in ‘The Wind and the Sun,’ the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime – with storytelling by Julie Amacher, illustrations by Nancy Carlson and music by Ludwig van Beethoven.

On his latest album, violinist Daniel Hope explores dance music spanning seven centuries and various genres. Listen to — and watch — his interview with host Julie Amacher on the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks’!

On his latest album, cellist Stjepan Hauser — known simply as Hauser to his millions of followers — performs some of classical music’s most beloved melodies alongside the London Symphony Orchestra. Find out more on the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks’!

Nur-D has become one of the fastest risers in hip-hop in the Midwest. He has performed on the same stages as some of hip-hop’s biggest acts with a genuine, infectious energy and a passion for giving audiences an unforgettably fun time. We spoke to Nur-D about his love for hip-hop and classical music during his visit to Minnesota Public Radio’s headquarters.

Nur-D has become one of the fastest risers in hip-hop in the Midwest. He has performed on the same stages as some of hip-hop’s biggest acts with a genuine, infectious energy and a passion for giving audiences an unforgettably fun time. We spoke to Nur-D about his love for hip-hop and classical music during his visit to Minnesota Public Radio’s headquarters.