STMA Vivace Treble Choir: 'Song of Miriam' (Elaine Hagenberg)

This year’s annual residency by the Voces8 U.S. Scholars at Minnesota Public Radio attained new heights thanks to a special appearance by Lyyra. They joined forces for the holiday classic ‘Ding Dong Merrily on High’ before the Scholars went solo for a delightful ‘God Rest Ye Merry, Gentleman.’ Watch now!

An injured little bird needs to find a safe home, but will the trees of the forest come to her rescue? Find out in the charming tale ‘Why Evergreens Never Lose Their Leaves,’ the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime — featuring narration by Valerie Kahler, illustrations by Nancy Carlson and music by Mihály Hajdú.

Watch as the members of Cantus share what they’re thankful for this Thanksgiving. Then join them for Songs of Thanks, an innovative new production presenting stories and songs celebrating gratitude and community.

Go behind the scenes with YourClassical MPR as we explore the University of Minnesota's production of 'Dream of the Red Chamber' with the performers and crew members. Plus listen to music from the opera. The show runs Nov. 21-24 at Ted Mann Concert Hall in Minneapolis.

Go behind the scenes with YourClassical MPR as we explore Minnesota Opera's production of 'Romeo and Juliet' with a backstage video tour and audio interviews with its two stars. The show runs Nov. 2 to 10 at the Ordway Center in St. Paul.

Oct. 20, 2024, marked the 150th birth anniversary of American composer Charles Ives. Join us in celebrating his life, music and legacy with pianist Jeremy Denk’s captivating performance of Ives’ ‘The Alcotts,’ recorded at Minnesota Public Radio's headquarters in St. Paul.

On the Oct. 2 episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ composer Tina Davidson touches the earth with vulnerability on her latest album, ‘Barefoot,’ featuring the Jasper String Quartet and pianist Natalie Zhu. Listen to a clip from the interview in which Davidson discusses her creative process, her connection to the visual arts and more.

Let’s celebrate all the amazing things your brain does for you! See how well you and your brain work together in Minnesota Neuropsychology’s ‘Fall in Love With Your Brain’ — the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime, with narration by Valerie Kahler and music by Ludwig Thuille.

Harriet loves ballet class, but when her teacher announces a recital, she comes down with a bad case of stage fright. Will Harriet overcome her fears before the big performance? Find out in 'Harriet's Recital,' presented by YourClassical Storytime.

Composers at the Minnesota State Fair? We'll take an ear of Korngold with a side of Ernst Bacon, please! Join host Melanie Renate as she goes on a classical music quest at the Great Minnesota Get-together.