Duchesne Drew recently sat down with Classical MPR's Steve Staruch to chat about music, family and the current state of public radio. Listen now to find out more about the new president of Minnesota Public Radio.
The Lakes Area Music Festival usually attracts attendees and musicians from across the country to Brainerd to share in world-class, live classical performances. This year, from July 31 to Aug. 16, organizers are live-streaming the concerts online for a unique festival experience. Watch them live on Classical MPR's Facebook page!
What happens when a composer gets a variety of great ideas and wants to put them all once piece of music? Find out in the latest episode of Classical Kids Corner, hosted by Melissa Dundis.
Helen Jones Woods, a trailblazing Black musician who played trombone with the International Sweethearts of Rhythm, a history-making all-female big band that toured widely during World War II, has died of COVID-19 at 96.
The Latvian composer Peteris Vasks has said, "Today, the spiritual dimension has been lost. My intention is to provide food for the soul, and this is what I preach in my works." It's what he preaches, and it's also what he delivers. Steve Seel plays Vasks' "Lauda" on this week's program, plus music by Fazil Say, Sarah Kirkland Snider, Ola Gjeilo, and more.
Jason Vieaux's 2017 recital as part of Matinee Musicale features works by Albeniz, Bach, and more. Listen to the full program and read program notes.
This week on New Classical Tracks, Angele Dubeau and her all-female ensemble offer music that marks our time on 'Pulsations.' Enter the giveaway for a chance to win a copy of the CD!
Do you know how the smooth-backed camel who said nothing but "Humph!" got its hump? Find out in the latest episode of Classical Kids Storytime, featuring music by Alexander Borodin and original illustrations by Nancy Carlson.
Get a free classical track with the Daily Download. Every weekday. No matter what. Last week's theme was Beethoven's overtures. Can you guess this week's theme? Today's clue is the traditional tune 'The Young Man Has Flown Like a Bird.' Come back each day, and let us know when you've figured it out.
While a valiant endeavor, the Metropolitan Opera's new series of steaming concerts can't seem to shake off opera's fusty, aristocratic traditions.
One of America's most beloved and resourceful pianists has died of cancer. Leon Fleisher was 92. The pianist's roller coaster career began with fame, moved to despair after a mysterious hand ailment and ended in fulfillment.
The Disney+ documentary Howard features the life and work of Howard Ashman, a lyricist known for Little Shop of Horrors and one half of the duo that brought the music for three classic films to life.
Listen to how a theater company in Philadelphia is reacting to the existential threat posed by the coronavirus, from Planet Money's podcast The Indicator.
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.