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In this week’s New Classical Tracks, cellist Matt Haimovitz continues his large-scale commissioning project of contemporary composers with his second recording in the six-album series titled, ‘Primavera II: The Rabbits.’

The New York Public Library recently received a machine that will read cracked and scratched wax cylinders — which include some of the earliest recorded audio.

Saturday Cinema, hosted by Lynne Warfel, presents highlights from those Best Score nominees you DIDN’T hear on the Oscars live show.

Composer Omar Thomas remembers never playing music in concert band that celebrates Black traditions while he was growing up, but he has made it his mission to change that. Find out more about his socially conscious compositions in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.

Composer Valerie Coleman pays tribute to her hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, and one of its proudest sons, Muhammad Ali, in 'Shotgun Houses.' Listen on the latest episode of Extra Eclectic, with host Steve Seel.

As part of a project to record more music by composers of color and women, YourClassical recently commissioned Nashville composer Cristina Spinei to write ‘Spiral,’ a trio for violin, cello and piano. Listen now, and find out what went into the creation of her new work.

In this week’s New Classical Tracks, violinist Angèle Dubeau celebrates the 25th anniversary of her all-female ensemble, La Pietà, with her newest album, ‘Elle.’

Saturday Cinema, hosted by Lynne Warfel, presents highlights from some of the best Oscar-winning scores from films in the first two decades of the 21st century.

While the creators of a a new opera about Emmett Till hope it will inspire white people to confront racism, others worry it depicts Black trauma for white entertainment while masquerading as activism.

Composer Nkeiru Okoye doesn’t fit neatly into any kind of classical category. Her compositions showcase her genius by incorporating different types of musical styles that help create a sound that’s uniquely hers. Find out more about Okoye’s diverse compositions in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.