Listen

The U.S. Air Force Band and its official choir, the Singing Sergeants, recently enthralled a packed Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis with a patriotic concert that paid tribute not only to the United States but to Minnesota, too. YourClassical MPR was there to record it. Listen now!

As June comes to an end, join Lynne Warfel in the latest episode of ‘Saturday Cinema’ for two hours of listeners’ requests for their favorite film music, including selections from ‘Gladiator,’ ‘The Godfather’ and ‘The Hunger Games.’ Listen now!

Hail the solstice and all that summer brings! This week’s ‘Friday Favorites,’ with host Steve Staruch, was filled with requests to celebrate Minnesota’s warmest and most colorful season! Listen now!

On this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ with guest host Bonnie North, Catherine Gregory, Mary Stolper and more play contemporary music for flute. Plus, Kojiro Umezaki plays the shakuhachi, a Japanese bamboo flute, in excerpts from the album ‘A Distance, Intertwined.’ Listen now!

On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ baritone Will Liverman highlights women composers, past and present, on his new album with pianist Jonathan King, 'Show Me the Way.' Find out more!

This Juneteenth we commemorate the holiday with two contrasting and power playlist — Remembrance and Celebration. Remembrance is about the past and represents the struggle of Black Americans to get to where we are today and Celebration is about the joy and jubilee felt in the presence of positive change for now and in the future.

Celebrate the Tony Awards on this episode of ‘Saturday Cinema’! Host Lynne Warfel shares music from films that have been made from Broadway plays and musicals, including selections from from ‘Cabaret,’ ‘My Fair Lady’ and ‘Steel Magnolias.’ Listen now!

On this episode of ‘Friday Favorites,’ members of the Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies eloquently and passionately tell the story of their upcoming European tour with musical highlights included. Prepare to be awed! Listen now with host Steve Staruch.

Scott Joplin, considered the ‘King of Ragtime Writers,’ opened the door for many other Black musicians and artists making their way in a racially segregated nation at the turn of the century. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.

Summer means music festivals! On this week’s ‘Extra Eclectic,’ host Steve Seel samples from the incredible choices modern classical fans have this year for a road trip. We hear from composers and performers who will be showcased at Aspen, Grand Teton and more. Listen now!