This week on New Classical Tracks, English horn player Cally Banham and her band Cortango are joined by members of the St. Louis Symphony on 'Cor Christmas,' featuring festive arrangements of holiday favorites -- with a few surprises on the way. Enter the giveaway for a chance to win the new release!
Classical MPR has a wide selection of holiday programming to suit every taste and occasion. Listen to our seasonal specials on demand, enter our giveaways and see what's playing when. Find everything you need to make the season bright in our special Holiday section.
The St. Olaf Christmas Festival has become one of the nation's most cherished holiday celebrations. The concert performance includes hymns, carols, choral works and orchestral selections featuring more than 500 student musicians. Listen now to this magical musical event.
One of the highlights of Classical MPR's broadcast schedule each holiday season, Christmas With Cantus presents a modern take on the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, reimagined for our world today. Listen now to this holiday treat.
This week on the Daily Download, we're giving the gift of classical music by giving you free tracks of holiday favorites. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Download newsletter so you never miss a free classical track every weekday!
We're celebrating 100 years of 'A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols.' This holiday season marks the centennial of the beloved Christmas Eve broadcast that originates every year from the Choir of King's College in Cambridge, England. Don't forget to listen Dec. 24, at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. (central), as we present it live.
Classical MPR and The Current are pleased to present a very special Bring the Sing on the winter solstice. Join us Dec. 21 for a free evening of holiday sing-alongs and seasonal spirit at Como Lakeside Pavilion in St. Paul.
Enjoy 3 hours' worth of officially licensed holiday music from Classical MPR, available to play on demand at any time for that special holiday gathering.
This unique program of holiday music was presented live in concert on Friday, Dec. 7, 2018, at the Cathedral of St. Paul by Chanticleer. Hear why this superb 12-man ensemble is known as "an orchestra of voices," as they perform holiday classics and new favorites.
We have a variety of classical specials for the holiday season, all the way through New Year's Day. Listen to them any time that's convenient using our master listing.
Lorie Line began her musical career playing piano in Dayton's department stores 30 years ago. Today, she tours the Midwest and beyond with her own ensemble, now doing holiday concerts. But her success did not always come easy.
Music of contemplation and joy are featured in this season's Christmas at Concordia, performed by the combined choirs and orchestra of Concordia College in Moorhead. Listen now to 'From Heaven Above to Earth He Comes,' an unforgettable concert that includes contemporary and traditional works.
Go on a magical adventure with a girl named Clara as she is whisked away by a nutcracker prince to the Kingdom of Sweets. Give the gift of classical music by sharing this classic tale -- and Tchaikovsky's unforgettable melodies -- with your little ones this holiday season.
You can listen to Classical Minnesota Public Radio on Amazon Echo and Google Home, as well as install Alexa skills for all of the themed YourClassical music streams. Here's how.