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 at 8 p.m. on (most) Friday nights, with host Melissa Ousley.
Program Schedule
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Melissa Ousley signs on as host of Minnesota Orchestra live broadcasts
Welcome Melissa Ousley as the new host of Classical MPR's live broadcasts of the Minnesota Orchestra. She takes over at 8 p.m. Fridays from longtime host Brian Newhouse.
Brian Newhouse signs off after 25+ years of Minnesota Orchestra live broadcasts
After more than 25 years of being behind the mic on Friday nights, Brian Newhouse stepped down as host of Classical MPR's live broadcasts with the Minnesota Orchestra. Before his final broadcast on June 14, he reflected on moments from his experiences throughout the years.
Travel on the Danube with Classical MPR and Minnesota Orchestra violinists
Join friends and fans of Minnesota Public Radio and the Minnesota Orchestra for a historic cruise down the Blue Danube next fall with Classical MPR host Brian Newhouse and violinists Natsuki Kumagai and Michael Sutton.
Minnesota Orchestra sets South Korea and Vietnam tour for 2020
The Minnesota Orchestra has announced a 2020 tour to Vietnam and South Korea to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the resumption of normal diplomatic relations between the United States and Vietnam, and the appointment of Osmo Vanska as music director of the Seoul Philharmonic.
Violinist Benjamin Beilman makes the case for Saint-Saens with Minnesota Orchestra
When he makes his Minnesota Orchestra debut this weekend, violinist Benjamin Beilman will be bringing his 1709 Stradivari, a rapidly burgeoning professional reputation, and the score to a fiery concerto that has somehow fallen out of favor. Listen live at 8 p.m. Friday to Classical MPR's broadcast.
Giveaway: 2 tickets to see Dessa perform with members of the Minnesota Orchestra
Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to see Dessa perform with a string quartet composed of Minnesota Orchestra members. This invite-only event will allow listeners to learn more about Dessa's collaboration with the Minnesota Orchestra and its resulting album, 'Sound the Bells.'