This week on New Classical Tracks, Christopher Tin talks about his collaboration with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, 'To Shiver the Sky,' that ethereally outlines the history of mankind's quest to fly. Enter the giveaway for a chance to win a copy of the CD!
Oct. 27 marked what would have been the 93rd birthday of renowned Minnesota composer Dominick Argento, who died last year. Join the Minnesota Opera for an encore of 'Casanova's Homecoming' in honor of the composer. Listen now.
The Minnesota Orchestra's 2020 season is being broadcast on TPT and Classical MPR on select Fridays at 8 p.m. Listen now to the orchestra's Oct. 23 concert, featuring chamber works by Jennifer Higdon and Ludwig Van Beethoven.
With Halloween creeping up on us, you might be inclined to cue up a chilling orchestral work such as 'Danse Macabre.' But how well do you know the scary music that we always hear at this time of year? Take our fun quiz to find out whom you should be for Halloween based on your results.
Get a free classical track with the Daily Download. Every weekday. No matter what. Can you guess this week's theme? One clue is from Giacomo Meyerbeer's ballet 'Robert le Diable.'
Harriet ends up with quite a haul after she goes trick-or-treating. But what will she do with all of those sweets? Find out in 'Harriet's Halloween Candy,' the new episode of Classical Kids Storytime, with a story and art by Nancy Carlson and music by Augusta Holmes.
We have curated classical music playlists on YouTube to suit your every mood and interest, including creepy and mysterious classical music full of frights perfect for Halloween. Just click the play button.
From Frankenstein to The Nightmare Before Christmas and beyond, the movies have always been a good companion for haunting music. Join host Lynne Warfel as she surveys our favorite scary film scores in the APM holiday special Hollywood Halloween.
Take a tour with us through the classical record bins of yore for 13 album covers delightfully suited for Halloween. They range from truly frightening to "what were they thinking?" See for yourself which are tricks and which are treats.
How do musicians know when to play slowly and gently? Learn all about the term 'lento,' in the latest episode of Classical Kids Corner, hosted by Melissa Dundis.
We're analyzing the earth from different vantage points this week -- primarily as outside observers. Steve Seel features Tina Davidson's "Blue Curve of the Earth" and David Skidmore's "Aliens with Extraordinary Abilities," in addition to Terry Riley's "Sunrise of the Planetary Dream Collector" and Christopher Theofanidis' "All Dreams Begin With the Horizon."
University of Minnesota professor Peter Mercer-Taylor is driven to bring early-American hymns back to life as part of a project fueled by a new website and book. And he's looking for choirs to contribute their vocal talents to help the cause.
Snow came early to Minnesota this season. Listen to music inspired by snow and think about how composers have captured the magic of snow through music.
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.