Ashley Jackson brings spirituals to the harp
The rising harpist explores spirituals, musical ancestors and the influence of church on her new album, Take Me to the Water.
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Ashley Jackson brings spirituals to the harp
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Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet champions an all but forgotten composer
Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet has performed with the world's most renowned orchestras on grand stages. He talks with NPR's Scott Detrow about his set at the Tiny Desk.
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March Birthdays
This week on ‘Saturday Cinema,’ join host Lynne Warfel to celebrate March birthdays in the world of film, including David Niven, Jennifer Jones, Henry Travers, Cyd Charisse, Gloria Swanson, Harry Belafonte, Shirley Jones, Gordon MacRae and David Lean. Listen now!
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Listen: Minnesota Opera presents Glam Jam
Join YourClassical MPR as we present an encore broadcast of Minnesota Opera’s Glam Jam, a concert featuring some of the most captivating performers from the Minnesota Opera stage. Listen now!
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Friday Favorites: Listener requests with Project DJ co-host Wesley Friberg
Wesley Friberg has been involved with the YMCA’s Youth in Government program for the last four years. He is an experienced public speaker and it shows! Wesley is the Project DJ co-host for this week’s episode of ‘Friday Favorites.’ Listen now as he joins Steve Staruch!
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Listen: Before Bach's Birthday Bash in St. Paul
Did you miss Before Bach's Birthday Bash on Saturday with ‘Pipedreams’ host Michael Barone? This year's celebration included five free, hourlong concerts at venues in St. Paul. Listen to the first concert now!
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Duke Ellington defied mid-20th century labels with 'The Queen's Suite'
Pianist, composer and innovator Duke Ellington is famous today for his jazz and swing music. However, he had a few other visions kicking around in his toolbox, including some memorable suites such as ‘The Queen’s Suite.’ Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
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Honoring Sofia Gubaidulina
This episode of ‘Extra Eclectic’ honors Sofia Gubaidulina, the groundbreaking Russian composer who died last week at 93. As part of our celebration of Women’s History Month, host Steve Seel shares one of her best known works, ‘Offertorium.’ Listen now!
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Janoska Ensemble gives 'The Four Seasons' a makeover
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, the Janoska ensemble gives Antonio Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons’ a makeover in its signature style. Listen now!
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The Ides of March with guest host Ward Jacobson
This week on ‘Saturday Cinema,’ beware the Ides of March! Guest host Ward Jacobson shares a Shakespeare-themed lineup with music from ‘Julius Caesar,’ ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream,’ ‘Hamlet,’ ‘Shakespeare in Love’ and more. Listen now!
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