Pianist, composer and innovator Duke Ellington is famous today for his jazz and swing music. However, he had a few other visions kicking around in his toolbox, including some memorable suites such as ‘The Queen’s Suite.’ Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ bassoonist Frank Morelli presents his latest album From the Soul; a record that reflects the many life experiences he’s had during his exceptional career. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
On the latest episode of Extra Eclectic, we consider the planet we call home from several different vantage points with music by Eriks Esenvalds, Martin Bresnick, Reena Esmail and more. Listen now with host Steve Seel!
On the latest episode of ‘SymphonyCast,’ Beatrice Rana dazzles in Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G, while Shostakovich’s ‘Antiformalist Rayok’ offers wit and energy. Closing the program, Mirga Gražinyte-Tyla leads the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra in Weinberg’s Symphony No. 21. Listen now with host Steve Seel!
Thomas led the San Francisco Symphony from 1995 to 2020, helping to establish its reputation as a world-class orchestra. In 2021, he was diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, a type of brain cancer.
When William Dawson was 12, he ran away from home to study music at the Tuskeegee Institute. In 1930, he returned to his roots as director of the Tuskeegee School of Music, a post he held for 25 years. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ French cellist Gautier Capuçon invites composers from various genres to express their concern and gratitude for Mother Earth and the beauty of nature. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Host Steve Seel continues our celebration of Earth Month on Extra Eclectic with a nod to composers who are passionate about the protection of nature’s fragile ecosystems: Steven Stucky, Scott Lee, Gabriela Montero and more. Listen now!
On the latest episode of ‘SymphonyCast,’ Paolo Bortolameolli leads the Minnesota Orchestra in Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 3, and Susie Park shines in Gabriel Ortiz’s Violin Concerto. The concert is kicked off by Miguel Farías’ ‘Retratos Australes.’ Listen now with host Steve Seel!
A musician of multiple hats and genres, Damien Sneed is recognized today as a pianist, vocalist, organist, composer, conductor, arranger, producer and arts educator in high demand. Find out more in the latest episode of the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
