On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Canadian pianist Marc-André Hamelin explores rare works he’s collected throughout his career on his latest recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
What does hygge mean to you? In ‘The Sound of Cinnamon,’ Jake Armerding invites you to experience coziness and contentment with a hygge soundtrack perfect for finding your favorite pair of slippers and putting your feet up. Listen now!
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ composer Melanie DeMore and ensemble VocalEssence release their latest album featuring music for healing and nourishment. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ the Minnesota Orchestra, led by Thomas Søndergård and joined by violinist Leila Josefowicz, present the premiere recording of a new symphony and violin concerto by Thomas Adès. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
On the latest episode of ‘SymphonyCast,’ conductor Cristian Mǎcelaru and the Orchestre National de France celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Maurice Ravel with three of his works: ‘Le Tombeau de Couperin,’ Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, and ‘Daphnis et Chloé.’ Listen now with host Steve Seel!
On this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ Steve Seel brings us a classical-jazz dialogue, including jazz harpist Brandee Younger’s ‘Essence of Ruby,’ Joel Puckett’s Trumpet Concerto and music by Thelonius Monk and Wynton Marsalis. Listen now!
Saturday, Oct. 25, marks the 200th anniversary of Johann Strauss Jr., the famous Viennese composer and conductor. Learn about the Waltz King in celebration of his birthday, and find out why he was so legendary. Find out more!
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani brings the first book of J.S. Bach’s ‘The Well-Tempered Clavier’ to life on his latest recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
On the latest episode of ‘SymphonyCast,’ The Danish National Symphony Orchestra celebrates 100 years, as Fabio Luisi leads a program of Mahler, Sørensen and Rachmaninov — featuring his Piano Concerto No. 2, with pianist Khatia Buniatishvili. Listen now with host Steve Seel!
No, 2025 isn’t over, but that’s not stopping us from pausing to take stock of some of our favorite releases and discoveries of the year on the latest episode of ‘Extra Eclectic.’ Host Steve Seel shares music by Reena Esmail, Shirley Thompson and more. Listen now!
