After 25 wonderful years, Fred Child will step down at the end of October from his position as acclaimed Host and Senior Editor of YourClassical’s Performance Today. In his time hosting one of the most beloved classical music programs in the country, Fred has guided and enthralled audiences far and wide, blending his genuine passion for classical music with eloquence, knowledge and insightful commentary.
“It’s been the greatest joy of my working life to share music, stories, conversations, and ideas with audiences around the country for a quarter of a century,” Child says. “I will dearly miss our daily meeting in the virtual space we all create together in our hearts and imaginations, via radio and streaming.
“But after 25 years, I feel I have accomplished far more than I could have imagined, connecting music-makers with music-lovers in service of this wondrous art form we call classical music. I’m ready to step away from this platform, and to heartily welcome new voices and talent who will carry this work forward.
“My deepest thanks to the entire APM and YourClassical team. Hugs and thanks to every member of the Performance Today team, past and present. And special thanks to every station that has entrusted their airtime to me, and to every listener I’ve connected with through our shared love of music.”
Fred’s final Performance Today broadcast will be October 31.
Please join us in celebrating Fred’s remarkable tenure as host of Performance Today by sharing a farewell message with him here.
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