Bruce the goose always swims his morning laps alone, until his life changes forever on one fateful summer day. Find out what happens in ‘Goose, Goose, Baby Goose!’ – the new episode of YourClassical Storytime. [Support for this program is provided by Minnesota Waldorf School. Support for Pride Month programming is provided by At Sara’s Table/Chester Creek Cafe and Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church.]
The National Lutheran Choir presents its season finale and farewell concert, ‘Ventures Known & Unknown,’ featuring some of departing conductor David Cherwien’s favorite repertoire during his 21-year tenure with the ensemble. Listen to the concert now, with host Steve Staruch.
In this week’s New Classical Tracks, violinist Tessa Lark combines bluegrass and classical on her latest recording, ‘The Stradgrass Sessions.’
On this episode of Saturday Cinema, host Lynne Warfel presents her annual Memorial Day show of film music in honor of those who sacrificed everything for their country. Listen to the program now, including music from ‘Saving Private Ryan,’ ‘Platoon’ and ‘War Horse.’
NPR's Selena Simmons-Duffin has a trick to get her kids to fall asleep at bedtime: lullabies. Science backs it up: Singing to your child helps them fall asleep faster, even than listening to Mozart!
On this episode of Friday Favorites, for May 26, 2023, with host Steve Staruch, Les gets his request for ‘The Navy Hymn,’ and Joseph hears ‘Ashokan Farewell’ in Iowa. Also, Project DJ co-host Nicholas Hinson, a graduate from St. Olaf College, talks about building organs and singing with the Minnesota Chorale.
Sunday's finale marked the end of 'Succession' and its iconic opening theme. Composer Nicholas Britell reflects on shaping the show's signature sound over four seasons — and what he might do next.
Angélique Kidjo is a powerhouse of African music and a voice for social justice. Born in Benin, she embraces diverse influences, from traditional African rhythms to blues, rock and soul. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
In this week’s New Classical Tracks, conductor Osmo Vänskä explores how Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 9 carries a message of life in his latest recording with the Minnesota Orchestra.
'Dreams of the Fallen' recognizes and memorializes through music and poetry those who have protected our country — often at great sacrifice — from before its founding to the present. Listen now to this tribute to U.S. military heroes.
