'Hop Notes': Savor Oktoberfest, tasty German beer and the music of Richard Strauss

We asked listeners to tell us their favorite chamber music pieces. Here are the top 20 vote-getters.

Wedding music can range anywhere from intimate to epic. Likewise, there are an infinite number of instrumental combinations that can make your big day special. Classical MPR's Brad Althoff shares the top five instruments for weddings.

We asked listeners to write poems inspired by Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 6: II. Scene by the Brook. Here’s what they told us.

Listen to this classical music special that does double duty and looks at music from Ireland, with an emphasis on women composers and performers, as well as music with female themes.

What do your favorite classical hosts love to listen to? You might be surprised. Here are top 10 lists from the people behind the microphone.

Ever heard of a composer named Beethoven? In this K-8 lesson, we'll learn a few basics about the composer, his life, and music. Plus, we'll listen to a few greatest hits.

In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, Nicholas Cords finds solace in a thankful musical sentiment from Beethoven.

Hear the pieces your favorite classical hosts turn to when they need calm. Enjoy music specially selected by Steve Staruch, Elena See, Scott Blankenship, Brian Newhouse, Julie Amacher and Andrea Blain.

In the run-up to Valentine's Day, we asked you what musical selections articulate feelings of love and romance. We've tallied your votes - here are the results!

Emma Taggart, a 2017 and 2019 Minnesota Varsity Showcase Artist, recently made her third appearance on 'From the Top.' Listen to the young pianist's remarkable performance of Franz Liszt's 'Liebestraum No. 3.'