Stay Curious. Stay Connected.
MailNewsletters♡Donate Now

Music

Celebrate Beethoven's Birthday with the Miro Quartet in concert

Celebrate Beethoven's Birthday with the Miro Quartet in concert

A look at Beethoven's Opus 18, a set of six string quartets, which were recently recorded by the Miro Quartet.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
Libbey book guides novices into classical music

Libbey book guides novices into classical music

Ted Libbey's new "NPR Listener's Encyclopedia of Classical Music" offers a way into the often intimidating world of classical music via online interaction. In a conversation with John Birge, Libbey discusses the 11 years it took to create the book and how he decided what to include.
by John Birge

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
The spirit of Christmas in the voice of a soprano

The spirit of Christmas in the voice of a soprano

Comfort and joy. Those two words come immediately to Julie Amacher's mind while listening to Anne Sofie von Otter's new recording, "Noel," a collection of diverse carols and songs for the Christmas season.
by Julie Amacher

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
English conductor leads Minnesota Orchestra tradition

English conductor leads Minnesota Orchestra tradition

Christopher Warren-Green gave up the violin for the podium, which has given him the chance to conduct what he describes as one of the greatest pieces of music ever written: Handel's "Messiah."
by Steve Staruch

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
Understanding Iraq through the ancient oud

Understanding Iraq through the ancient oud

Iraqi-born musician Rahim AlHaj shares the experiences of his home through an ancient instrument called the oud. He says he's looking forward to the day when Iraq is full of music again.
by Alison Young

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
Carols rise from the Crossroads of the West

Carols rise from the Crossroads of the West

With intriguing arrangements of interesting carols and a polished quality that may be surprising from a group of volunteer voices, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir's new CD could provide an escape from the hustle and bustle of this busy season.
by Julie Amacher

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
A lifetime of art remembered

A lifetime of art remembered

Concordia College in Moorhead is paying tribute to the man who inspired thousands with his art. David Hetland died earlier this year after decades of creating iconic artwork for the well- known annual Concordia Christmas concert.
by Dan Gunderson

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
Making it new for the Minnesota Orchestra

Making it new for the Minnesota Orchestra

A leading indicator of the Minnesota Orchestra's interest in new music is its annual Composer Institute, which culminates in a public concert Friday. Behind the effort is the orchestra's resident advocate for contemporary composers, Aaron Jay Kernis.
by Karl Gehrke

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
For James Galway, Mozart is magic

For James Galway, Mozart is magic

On his latest recording, "My Magic Flute," James Galway celebrates the composer who has been his constant companion since childhood: Mozart.
by Julie Amacher

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
Giving thanks

Giving thanks

As Thanksgiving brings family together to share food and gratitude, "Giving Thanks" brings together music, stories and writers that contemplate the meaning of the holiday.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!