On the latest episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ guest host Ward Jacobson shares a soundtrack for cold, dark evenings. Hear seasonal and atmospheric music by Hildur Gudnadottir, Pauline Oliveros and Kaija Saariaho. Listen now!
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ San Francisco-based vocal ensemble Chanticleer shares its latest Christmas recording, ‘Joy to the World,’ featuring original arrangements and newly commissioned pieces. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
On the latest episode of ‘SymphonyCast,’ Alina Ibragimova joins the London Philharmonic Orchestra for the Violin Concerto No. 1 by Sergei Prokofiev and Carl Nielsen’s Symphony No. 5. The concert opens with Kaija Saariaho’s ‘Orion.’ Listen now with host Steve Seel!
On the latest episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ guest host Jake Armerding shares recent recordings by Marc-Andre Hamelin, Hania Rani and Georgijs Osokins. Selections include compositions by Philip Glass, Arvo Pärt, Radiohead and more. Listen now!
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ the renowned Miró Quartet continues its 30th-anniversary celebration with its latest album, a holiday-themed recording featuring arrangements by 15 contemporary composers. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
We pick the theme — you choose the variation by requesting a piece of music inspired by that theme. Our theme for December is COMFORT and/or JOY.
Celebrate the holidays with the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra annual performance of Handel’s ‘Messiah,’ featuring an all-star roster of vocal soloists, vocal ensemble The Singers, and conductor Dinis Sousa. Listen to the live broadcast with host Steve Seel at 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21, on YourClassical MPR.
On the latest episode of ‘SymphonyCast,’ Daniel Harding leads the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra in Dvořák’s ‘The Wild Dove’ and Stravinsky’s ‘Petrushka.’ Also on the program is Jörg Widmann’s Horn Concerto, featuring soloist Stefan Dohr. Listen now with host Steve Seel!
This episode of ‘Extra Eclectic’ features gentle sounds that evoke feelings of place, gratitude and stillness. Selections include music by Kevin Puts, David Lang and Robert Honstein. Listen now with guest host Scott Blankenship!
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Canadian pianist Marc-André Hamelin explores rare works he’s collected throughout his career on his latest recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
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