Photos: Scenes from MPR Day at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair

Davidsen will deliver an intimate, carefully curated performance that features iconic masterpieces by Franz Schubert, including Gretchen am Spinnrade.

Minnesota audiences can hear ‘Considering Matthew Shepard’ performed by Rochester’s Choral Arts Ensemble in five concerts at the Chateau Theatre from Oct. 24 to Nov. 1.

On Friday, Oct. 23, pianist Simon Trpčeski and conductor Jaime Martin joined the Minnesota Orchestra in a program featuring music by Liszt, Haydn and Mendelssohn. Listen to the broadcast of this concert with host Melissa Ousley at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, on YourClassical MPR.

Mary Lou Williams’ artistic vision and her ability to blend diverse musical influences into a cohesive and unique composition are perfect for concert halls and jazz clubs. Find out more on the latest episode of the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.

Grammy-winning composer and conductor Eric Whitacre’s latest project is a result of his personal rediscovery of meditation and his ‘deep, deep love for synthesizers.’ Listen as he speaks to host Julie Amacher about a recording that he describes as “Thomas Tallis meets ‘Blade Runner.’”

Explore the legendary career of Stevie Wonder, the influential artist who transformed R&B and funk music. From his soulful voice to his groundbreaking compositions, learn about his classical music roots, record-breaking hits and his magnum opus. Find out more on the latest episode of the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.

Twenty years ago, Twin Cities composers Tim Takach and Jocelyn Hagen started Graphite Publishing. Today, the business represents composers from Minnesota and around the world.

Grammy-winning guitarist Jason Vieaux started writing the music for his latest recording in 2020. The record is titled ‘Gratitude,’ and recently premiered at the Cleveland International Classical Guitar Festival. Listen now with host Julie Amacher.

The top high school marching bands from Minnesota and beyond competed Oct. 10 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis as part of the Youth in Music Marching Band Championships.

Pamela Z is a visionary artist who embraces new ideas about identity and technology in her music. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.