New Classical Tracks: Expressive Voices, from a Dark Time
Violinist Lisa Batiashvili, from the Republic of Georgia, is one of classical music's young stars. Her new disc ranges from the serenity of Arvo Part to the grittiness of Shostakovich.
Explore new recordings with top performers and host Julie Amacher
Violinist Lisa Batiashvili, from the Republic of Georgia, is one of classical music's young stars. Her new disc ranges from the serenity of Arvo Part to the grittiness of Shostakovich.
Open a storybook and the adventure begins. That's exactly what happens on Venezuelan pianist Gabriela Montero's new recording, "Solatino."
The inspiration of Aaron Copland, an immigrant's musical memories, even Gregorian chant--they all find their way into a new disc of recent American music, performed by the Boston Symphony Chamber Players.
Youthful spirits and energy prevail on the new Mozart disc from violinist Lara St. John. It includes two solo concertos and the Sinfonia Concertante for violin and viola--a piece she maintains is the greatest Mozart concerto of all.
Pianist Simone Dinnerstein made her name playing Bach. Now, as she brings her new Bach disc out, she talks about how she made her way to the composer, and what his music means to her.
James Ehnes's new disc features two masterpieces by Mendelssohn. Just as the composer's works reflect his unique voice, Ehnes's interpretations reflect an artistic approach, honed over the course of many, many performances.
European traditions, African rhythms, native American culture--all these things blended in the music of Spain's New World colonies. A new disc explores the result.
Big talent from a small town, poise and maturity from a youthful group, lost music found, and a surprising reinterpretation of an old favorite.
On her new disc, Angele Dubeau brings the glowing sound of a string ensemble to pieces that evoke Christmas in its varied traditions, by composers ranging from Vivaldi to Dave Brubeck.
As I sat in my office with the lights dimmed low, listening to Bryn Terfel's new Christmas release I thought, You really have to hear this.
Host Julie Amacher provides an in-depth exploration of a new classical music release each week.
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Julie Amacher's desire to introduce others to great music is what led her to radio. She began her professional broadcast career at a station in Sun Prairie, Wis. She went from rock 'n' roll to the Rocky Mountains, where she found her niche in public radio at KUNC in Greeley, Colo. Julie spent 13 years at KUNC, where she managed the announcers and their eclectic music format. During that time, she earned four national awards for best announcer. She joined Minnesota Public Radio in 1997 as an on-air host and also produces New Classical Tracks, a weekly podcast critiquing a new release each week. It airs locally at 7:15 a.m. Wednesdays and 5:15 p.m. Fridays.