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Lyyra and Voces8 Scholars sing can't-miss Christmas carol 'Ding Dong Merrily on High'

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, a new women’s ensemble. They joined forces to sing the holiday classic “Ding Dong Merrily on High.” Then the Scholars, the U.S.-based training ensemble of the Voces8 Foundation, went solo for a delightful rendition of “God Rest Ye Merry, Gentleman.” Watch now!

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Lyyra and Voces8 U.S. Scholars: I Want To Go Home

The Voces8 U.S. Scholars and Lyyra perform the spiritual ‘I Want to Go Home,’ arranged by Anthony Trecek-King as part of his project to preserve forgotten spirituals. Listen now to this stunning rendition, recorded by MPR and shared for Black History Month.

Join us for Before Bach's Birthday Bash on March 15 in St. Paul

Join us for Before Bach's Birthday Bash on March 15 in St. Paul

You're invited to be a part of Before Bach's Birthday Bash on Saturday, March 15, with ‘Pipedreams’ host Michael Barone. This year's celebration includes five free hourlong concerts at venues in St. Paul, as well as a live broadcast of the first concert at 9 a.m. central that you can hear or watch online.

Kerry Andrew: O Nata Lux

The Voces8 U.S. Scholars perform Kerry Andrew’s mesmerizing ‘O Nata Lux,’ taken from the larger work ‘Dusk Songs.’

'Sivka-Burka: The Magic Horse'

What happens when a foolish young man is gifted a magical horse with fantastical powers? Find out in 'Sivka-Burka: The Magic Horse' — the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime, with narration by Inés Guanchez, illustrations by E.J. Thompson, and music by Aida Isakova and Nikolai Medtner.

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Go behind the scenes of Minnesota Opera's 'The Snowy Day'

Minnesota Opera presents ‘The Snowy Day,’ the story of a young boy who finds joy and wonder in the first snowfall of winter. Listen as host Tynia Major speaks to cast members and watch how the crew makes snowball props in advance of the Feb. 8 premiere.

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Greg Zelek: 'Je te Veux' by Erik Satie

Greg Zelek performs ‘Je te Veux’ by Erik Satie. Thank you to Northrop at the University of Minnesota for facilitating the creation of this performance video.

Jeremy Denk on Mendelssohn's phrases

Pianist Jeremy Denk has a way with words as he describes the magical approach Felix Mendelssohn had to phrases and harmonies in his piano trios. Listen to his chat with host Julie Amacher as they discuss Denk’s latest album.

Jeremy Denk on what to eat before Mendelssohn and Ives

Pianist Jeremy Denk discusses the best foods to eat before performing music by Mendelssohn and Ives. Listen to his chat with host Julie Amacher as they discuss his latest album, recorded with longtime collaborators violinist Joshua Bell and cellist Steven Isserlis.

Jeremy Denk on Mendelssohn's Virtues

Pianist Jeremy Denk discusses Felix Mendelssohn’s “blaze of romantic glory” in his piano trios. Listen to his chat with host Julie Amacher as they discuss Denk’s latest album, which was recorded with his longtime collaborators violinist Joshua Bell and cellist Steven Isserlis.

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