The first day of May is considered the first day of summer in Celtic tradition. Whether you’re giving thanks for spring or summer, there’s little doubt that things are greening outside — and we celebrate that on this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ with host Steve Seel. Listen now!
Do our pets have a special connection with classical music? Host Jillene Khan thinks so! Join her as she hosts ‘Fur, Feathers and Flutes,’ a program that celebrates the love we have for our companions and their connection to classical music. Listen now and check out cute pictures of the furry and feathered friends who were featured in the show!
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ violist Molly Gebrian collaborates with pianist Danny Holt on ‘Trailblazers,’ an album featuring sonatas by Henriette Bosmans, Ethel Smyth and Dora Pejacevic. Find out more!
When a turtle finds a flute on the rainforest floor, she opens up a world of possibilities! But what happens when a curious stranger hears her play? Find out in ‘The Turtle and the Flute,’ the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime, featuring narration by Ines Guanchez, Brazilian music and illustrations by E.J. Thompson.
This entire episode of ‘Saturday Cinema’ was requested by former Chief Scientist for Human Space Flight at NASA, Dr. Kathryn Clark. “KC” is in her “retirement” recruiting future astronauts and scientists for NASA and has written a children’s book! Listen now with host Lynne Warfel!
Steve Staruch plays listener requests on the latest episode of ‘Friday Favorites,’ including Project DJ. This week’s co-host is professional photographer and MPR colleague, Jenny Cvek. Her artistic insight and keen storytelling were on full display. Listen now!
Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson was a skilled pianist and conductor who composed and performed in the classical, television, theater, jazz and film industries, while also advocating for the Black community in the performing arts. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
Don some good hiking boots — we’re ascending mountains and encountering some of their native fauna on this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic.’ Host Steve Seel shares Jane Antonia Cornish’s ‘Sierra,’ Jennifer Higdon’s ‘Coyote Nights,’ Kayan Kalhor’s ‘Mountains are Far Away’ and more. Listen now!
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ cellist Sophie Shao celebrates the joy of life through music inspired by France on her second solo album, ‘CanCan Macabre,’ alongside pianists Ieva Jokubaviciute and Adrienne Kim. Find out more!
