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The reinvention of David Baker

The reinvention of David Baker

David Baker was a legendary trombonist until his jaw was injured in a car accident. After that, he learned to play the cello and immersed himself in composing and teaching. David Baker's story, plus we'll hear from his piano trio Roots II, on this episode of Performance Today.

Redefining "virtuoso"

Redefining "virtuoso"

We don't toss the word "virtuoso" around casually, but in some cases, it clearly applies. On today's episode, join us for virtuosic performance by Alexander Gavrylyuk - who, by the way, would like to redefine what we mean by the word 'virtuoso.'

Meet Geneva Lewis

Meet Geneva Lewis

On this weekend's episode, meet violinist Geneva Lewis, our new PT Young Artist in Residence. Geneva joins Fred Child for music and conversation at Performance Today's studio in St. Paul, Minnesota. Plus, this week's Piano Puzzler with Bruce Adolphe!

John Harbison looks back

John Harbison looks back

In the 1940s, Composer John Harbison grew up in a musical family in New Jersey. The Harbisons would gather around the piano and sing together. John Harbison had those memories in mind when he wrote a set of pieces called "Songs America Loves to Sing." On today's show, we'll hear it from a concert in Athens, Georgia.

Geneva Lewis

Geneva Lewis

On today's show, meet our new PT Young Artist in Residence, violinist Geneva Lewis. Geneva joins Fred Child for music and conversation at Performance Today's studio in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Young Artist in Residence: Geneva Lewis

Young Artist in Residence: Geneva Lewis

Violinist Geneva Lewis is Performance Today's current Young Artist in Residence. Geneva recently joined Fred Child for conversation and music at our studio in Saint Paul, Minnesota. You can hear it all here!

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2020 Classical Woman of the Year: Valerie Coleman

2020 Classical Woman of the Year: Valerie Coleman

Performance Today celebrates Women's History Month by honoring the women who have made a lasting impact on classical music and those who love music. The 2020 Classical Woman of the Year is composer and performer Valerie Coleman.

Manasse and Nakamatsu

Manasse and Nakamatsu

Clarinetist Jon Manasse and pianist Jon Nakamatsu love making music together. On today's show, hear them play "Four Views," a piece written for them by composer Gordon Goodwin.

Hilary Hahn

Hilary Hahn

Violinist Hilary Hahn usually appears as a soloist, but she loves chamber music and occasionally teams up with other all-stars for some musical fun. On today's show, we'll go to a concert at the Skaneateles Festival for a rare chamber performance by Hilary Hahn and friends.

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