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Learn more about bassist, bandleader and pioneer Charles Mingus, regarded as one of the greatest jazz artists of the 20th century.

Guadeloupean Creole composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de St. George, was born to a slave woman and rose to join French aristocratic circles as a musician. While sometimes called “the Black Mozart,” find out why he’s far too interesting and multifaceted to be seen as anything but his own in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.

Icelandic composer Johann Johannsson’s posthumously released new work might be his finest. Join host Steve Seel for a selection from the piece on the latest episode of Extra Eclectic, plus works that focus on themes of the natural world.

In this week’s New Classical Tracks, harpist Yolanda Kondonassis uses music to promote conservation efforts with her new album, ‘Five Minutes for Earth,’ just in time for Earth Day.

Internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves speaks with MPR News host Angela Davis about her experiences performing the opera “Carmen,” growing up in Washington, D.C., and what it's been like to be a Black woman singing her way to the top of a traditionally white, European musical art form.

Known for his sonic brashness and unyielding artistic vision, Birtwistle was awarded a British knighthood in 1988. He was one of the U.K.'s most prominent composers for decades.

A group of musicians in the area around Kyiv remains focused on reviving a uniquely Ukrainian tradition, even in the midst of war.

A musical first staged at San Diego's La Jolla Playhouse celebrates bhangra, one of India's traditional styles of dancing.

Scott Simon speaks with composer Danny Elfman about his latest music projects, which include an album, a long-awaited performance at the Coachella festival, and classical music concertos.

The American Film Institute’s top picks of great female actors. Katharine Hepburn, Audrey Hepburn, Ingrid Bergman, Marilyn Monroe and more.