On Monday, May 12, a new but familiar voice becomes YourClassical MPR’s host on weekday evenings. Tom Crann, currently the regional host of All Things Considered on MPR News, will step into the 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. hosting role on YourClassical MPR. “To play classical music, for this supportive audience, in this community of Minnesota listeners is a dream job,” Crann says.
What’s more, Crann’s new role represents a homecoming of sorts. “My career comes full circle with this move,” he says. “My very first air shift on the radio at my college station was playing Mozart, Brahms and so much other music that has been so much a part of my life. I can’t wait to get back to it.”
Meanwhile, Steve Staruch, whose company you’ve enjoyed on YourClassical MPR for 20-plus years, is moving to a new time slot. Starting May 19, Staruch will host Mondays from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. “I want to thank listeners for allowing me to be part of their kitchens, cars, and cubicles each afternoon,” Staruch says. “I look forward to helping you start off your work week on Monday mornings.”
Staruch will also be filling in at various times during the week as needed. He’ll be putting more energy into the production side of radio, working on interviews and other programming.
And from Tuesday to Friday, longtime morning host John Birge will continue to be a familiar voice and companion to round out your weekday mornings on YourClassical MPR.
Tom Crann’s last day as host of All Things Considered will be May 9. MPR News will work to identify substitute hosts to step in when Tom signs off.
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