Classical MPR broadcasts of the Minnesota Orchestra's 2019-20 season
Here is Classical MPR's live broadcast schedule for the Minnesota Orchestra's exciting 2019-20 season, hosted by Melissa Ousley.
Minnesota Orchestra
We're pleased to present live, full-length Minnesota Orchestra broadcast concerts on (most) Friday nights at 8 p.m.
Program Schedule
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