Women at the forefront
As Women’s History Month begins, ‘Extra Eclectic’ celebrates how women represent the vanguard of contemporary classical music today with two hours of stellar women composers. Listen now with host Steve Seel!
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Oscar record breakers
On the latest episode of ‘Saturday Cinema,’ host Lynne Warfel kicks off awards season with music from current Oscar nominees and record-breaking winners from the past, including ‘Sinners,’ ‘Ben-Hur’ and ‘Titanic.’ Listen now!
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Roberta Flack was the shepherd of a new R&B sound
Pop artist Roberta Flack grew up classically trained and continued to love the music, even when revolutionizing the R&B scene. Find out more about her life in this episode of the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
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4 years into the war, a Ukrainian pianist processes Russia's invasion
In a new album, the Ukranian-born, New York-based pianist and composer Vadim Neselovskyi channels the horror and hope he's felt since Russia's incursion.
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An American Mirror
We continue our celebration of Black History Month on the latest episode of Extra Ecletic, with works from Black composers reflecting the rich tapestry of American music — and the music that has influenced them personally. Listen now with host Steve Seel!
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Orli Shaham and members of the Pacific Symphony weave an 'American Tapestry'
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pianist Orli Shaham collaborates with members of the Pacific Symphony on her latest chamber music recording: ‘American Tapestry.’ Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
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Hitchcock and Herrmann
On the latest episode of ‘Saturday Cinema,’ host Lynne Warfel shares her interview with author Steven C. Smith on his new book, ‘Hitchcock and Herrmann: The Friendship & Film Scores That Changed Cinema,’ along with music selections by Herrmann or from Hitchcock films. Listen now!
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Melanie DeMore uses her voice as a 'weapon of mass connection'
Community leader and musician Melanie DeMore uses the power of her voice to bring people together and create meaningful connections in her community and beyond. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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Gao Hong presents her four new concertos for pipa and orchestra
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pipa master Gao Hong teams up with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and ‘The President’s Own’ United States Marine Band to perform four original concertos she composed and orchestrated. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
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Listen: Minnesota Opera presents 'The Snowy Day'
Minnesota Opera presents ‘The Snowy Day,’ the story of a young boy who finds joy and wonder in the first snowfall of winter. Enjoy behind the scene conversations with members of the cast — then enjoy on-demand audio of the concert!
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