Join us for Songs of Thanks, an innovative new production by the Minnesota-based vocal ensemble Cantus, presented exclusively by YourClassical MPR. Through their signature narrative programming, these acclaimed performers will weave together stories and songs celebrating gratitude and community. Listen now — and then tell us why you’re thankful (using the form below) so we can include your feedback in next year’s program!
What are you thankful for?
Playlist
Simple Gifts by Joseph Bracket, arranged by Stephen Caracciolo
Little Potato by Malcolm Dalglish
23rd Psalm (dedicated to my mother) by Bobby McFerrin
Fields of Wonder by Margaret Bonds
Not Heat Flames Up and Consumes by Steven Sametz
A Song of Thanks by Damien Sneed
Fiddle Tune by Chris Foss
A Ma Lei A Ho by Chen Yi
Leron, Leron Sinta by Saunder Choi
El Manisero by Yosvany Estepe
Mi Tierra by Gloria Estefan, arranged by Yosvany Estepe
Finlandia Hymn by Jean Sibelius
Do you have a special Thanksgiving memory that you hold near and dear to your heart? Let us know below how you give thanks! You might be included in next year’s program.
Related Videos
Earlier this year, Cantus joined us at YourClassical’s headquarters in St. Paul, Minn., to record two of the pieces featured on this radio special. Enjoy the group’s performances of ‘Finlandia’ by Jean Sibelius and ‘Fiddle Tune’ by Chris Foss.
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