In order to have conversations — start by singing
To foster equity and community, people gather several times a year to sing together in Portland, Oregon. The woman behind this effort has twice been nominated for a Grammy in music education.
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In order to have conversations — start by singing
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Violinist Esther Abrami uncovers 'hidden treasure' of music by women
French violinist and social media influencer Esther Abrami releases her new album, Women, featuring music by female composers in a bid to redress historic biases.
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Luke Kirby on 'Etoile', a show set in the world of ballet dancers in New York and Paris
NPR's Lauren Frayer speaks with Luke Kirby of TV's "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" about his role in the new show "Etoile." Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino wrote both shows.
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More April birthays
This week on ‘Saturday Cinema,’ join host Lynne Warfel to celebrate April birthdays in the world of film, including James Garner, Andre Previn, Charlie Chaplin, Miklos Rozsa and Henry Mancini. Listen now!
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Friday Favorites: Listener requests with guest host Julie Amacher
Guest host Julie Amacher fills in for Steve Staruch on the latest episode of ‘Friday Favorites,’ playing listeners’ requests for their favorite classical music. Listen now!
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Two recent releases celebrate the music and legacy of bass-baritone Paul Robeson
On Robeson, opera singer Davóne Tines pays tribute to the musician often remembered for singing "Ol' Man River." Tines' album pairs well with the 14-CD album Paul Robeson: Voice of Freedom.
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Duke Ellington's 'Black, Brown and Beige' fuses jazz with classical orchestration
Duke Ellington once said, “All arrangements of historic American Negro music have been made by conservatory-trained musicians who inevitably handle it with a European technique. It’s time a big piece of music was written from the inside.” That piece of music was ‘Black, Brown and Beige.’ Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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A final bow for a maverick
This Saturday, Michael Tilson Thomas will make his final public appearance conducting the San Francisco Symphony, which he led for 25 years. He is a longtime advocate for modern classical music, and on this episode of Extra Eclectic, we honor his life and career. Listen now with host Steve Seel!
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Listen: 'Kaddish: Reflections on the Holocaust in Music and Words'
Classical music host Mindy Ratner has gathered a collection of conversations with some of those touched directly by the Holocaust. Listen now to 'Kaddish: Reflections on the Holocaust in Music and Words.'
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Joanne Polk returns to the exquisite music of Cécile Chaminade
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, pianist Joanne Polk releases the second volume of her recordings featuring the music of French composer and pianist Cécile Chaminade. Listen now!
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