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Extra Eclectic - Feb. 23, 2026

An American Mirror

An American Mirror

We continue our celebration of Black History Month on the latest episode of Extra Ecletic, with works from Black composers reflecting the rich tapestry of American music — and the music that has influenced them personally. Listen now with host Steve Seel!

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Orli Shaham and members of the Pacific Symphony weave an 'American Tapestry'
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St. Louis Symphony Orchestra

St. Louis Symphony Orchestra

On the latest episode of ‘SymphonyCast,’ the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra is joined by Augustin Hadelich in Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto. Also on the program, Valerie Coleman’s ‘Umoja’ and Florence Price’s Symphony No. 3. Listen now with host Steve Seel!

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Melanie DeMore uses her voice as a 'weapon of mass connection'
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Gao Hong presents her four new concertos for pipa and orchestra

Gao Hong presents her four new concertos for pipa and orchestra

On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pipa master Gao Hong teams up with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and ‘The President’s Own’ United States Marine Band to perform four original concertos she composed and orchestrated. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!

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Listen: 'Spring Moon – A Musical Celebration of the Lunar New Year'
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Black classical musicians shine    

Black classical musicians shine    

The latest episode of ‘Extra Eclectic’ presents the first of two programs for Black History Month, with a wealth of fantastic modern classical music from Black composers and performers. Listen now with host Steve Seel!

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Czech Philharmonic

Czech Philharmonic

On the latest episode of ‘SymphonyCast,’ conductor Semyon Bychkov and the Czech Philharmonic present an all-Shostakovich concert, featuring his Symphony No. 5 and Violin Concerto No. 1, with soloist Jiří Vodička. Listen now with host Steve Seel!

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Awadagin Pratt is opening doors for young Black classical artists

Awadagin Pratt is opening doors for young Black classical artists

Awadagin Pratt is a professor of piano at the University of Cincinnati and the recipient of multiple awards. He’s never shied away from talking about his experiences as a Black man in classical music, and he’s working to make it a more welcoming space. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.

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Gautier Capucon shows gratitude for Mother Earth on new album

Gautier Capucon shows gratitude for Mother Earth on new album

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!

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