On the latest episode of ‘Saturday Cinema,’ host Lynne Warfel features an overview of the all-time greatest films as tallied by the American Film Institute and the British Film Institute. Selections include ‘The Sound of Music,’ ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘Citizen Kane.’ Listen now!
Spencer LaMott — known to his fans as Skippy Stone — is a gifted singer and songwriter. He lives to make music, creating songs about self-discovery and, of course, love. Spencer brought all his talents to co-hosting the latest ‘Friday Favorites’ with Steve Staruch. Listen now!
Pop artist Roberta Flack grew up classically trained and continued to love the music, even when revolutionizing the R&B scene. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
The first day of May is considered the first day of summer in Celtic tradition. Whether you’re giving thanks for spring or summer, there’s little doubt that things are greening outside — and we celebrate that on this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ with host Steve Seel. Listen now!
Host Ines Guanchez explores classical pieces inspired by folk music from composers and cultures that have often existed on the fringes of the classical canon, including three world premieres recorded at MPR’s headquarters. Listen now to ‘Folk Classics Across the Globe.’
When Cantus and Canadian Brass got together for a one-off show this past February, they delighted the audience at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. Steve Seel hosts this special two-hour concert event featuring folk music, classical standards, tangos, spirituals and more! Listen now.
Do our pets have a special connection with classical music? Host Jillene Khan thinks so! Join her as she hosts ‘Fur, Feathers and Flutes,’ a program that celebrates the love we have for our companions and their connection to classical music. Listen now and check out cute pictures of the furry and feathered friends who were featured in the show!
It’s the 200th anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 and its iconic final movement, commonly known as ‘Ode to Joy.’ Learn a little about its history, and listen to nine great renditions.
When a turtle finds a flute on the rainforest floor, she opens up a world of possibilities! But what happens when a curious stranger hears her play? Find out in ‘The Turtle and the Flute,’ the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime, featuring narration by Ines Guanchez, Brazilian music and illustrations by E.J. Thompson.
This entire episode of ‘Saturday Cinema’ was requested by former Chief Scientist for Human Space Flight at NASA, Dr. Kathryn Clark. “KC” is in her “retirement” recruiting future astronauts and scientists for NASA and has written a children’s book! Listen now with host Lynne Warfel!
