On the latest episode of ‘SymphonyCast,’ cellist Kian Soltani joins Cristian Măcelaru and the WDR Symphony Orchestra in Tchaikovsky’s famous Rococo Variations. Also on the program: Mahler’s Symphony No. 5. Listen now with host Steve Seel!
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.
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.
On the latest episode of SymphonyCast, pianist Adam Golka joins the Lakes Area Music Festival Orchestra and conductor Christian Reif for Clara Schumann’s Piano Concerto. Listen now with host Steve Seel!
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.
The vote to authorize a strike came after the musicians’ union said the Minnesota Opera declined cost-of-living increases during contract negotiations.
Violinist María Dueñas’ latest recording pays homage to Jascha Heifetz, one of the greatest violinists of all time, and reunites her with Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the Simon Bolivar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela. Listen now with host Julie Amacher.
On the latest episode of ‘SymphonyCast,’ Paolo Bortolameolli leads the Minnesota Orchestra in Sergei Prokofiev’s intense Symphony No. 3, and Susie Park shines in Gabriela Ortiz’ Violin Concerto, ‘Altar de Cuerda.’ The concert is kicked off by Miguel Farías’ ‘Retratos Australes.’ Listen now with host Steve Seel!
The deep-voiced Scottish mezzo-soprano just made her Royal Opera House debut. Now, with her debut solo album, The Deeps Have Music, she is on the doorstep of stardom.
Composer and pianist Julius Eastman’s personal philosophy was ‘to be what I am to the fullest.’ A graduate of the Curtis Institute, his music was highly acclaimed and challenged racist and homophobic stereotypes. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
