Classical Music Features

• Music with Minnesotans: Robert Gardner
  We'll need to grab this multi-tasker in between dress rehearsals, last-minute fittings, set changes and a million details for this year's "Nutcracker," but Artistic Director of the Minnesota Ballet, Robert Gardner, has such beautiful, danceable music on his playlist, we made it work!December 5, 2012
• New Classical Tracks: Tao Lin & Tomas Cotik - Franz Schubert
  Violinist Tomas Cotik was studying at the Glenn Gould School of Music in Toronto when he auditioned for the New World Symphony. Seven years later, Tomas is a professional, and a member of the Delray String Quartet.December 4, 2012
• Morning Glories: 5 must-hear new releases for December
  Every weekday morning at 10 a.m., the hosts at Classical MPR play a stand-out work based on the theme for the week. We call them Morning Glories. We'll start off a new month with some new releases .December 3, 2012
• Roll Credits - Hollywood Holiday
  During the holidays we unpack, dust off and polish up countless traditions. Many of these special times include classic movies that take us back to wonderful Christmases past.December 3, 2012
• St. Olaf Christmas Festival
  One of the nation's most cherished holiday celebrations, the festival includes hymns, carols, choral works, and orchestral selections celebrating the Nativity and featuring more than 500 student musicians.December 2, 2012
• Minnesota Varsity: Where Are They Now? - Joshua Weinberg, Flute
  We recently caught up with former Minnesota Varsity Featured and Showcase Artists, including flutist Joshua Weinberg: "Varsity gave me much needed confidence and support as I headed off to college."December 1, 2012
• Flicks in Five: It's a Wonderful Life
  Two WWII vets just returned from front line action pair up in Hollywood to make one of the most touching movies of all time; Frank Capra's masterpiece about George Bailey's redemption in Bedford Falls.December 1, 2012
• Matt Uelmen, Diablo and Torchlight on Top Score
  Matt Uelmen shares his music for Torchlight II on Top Score from Classical MPR.November 30, 2012
• Interview with GTCYS Director, Mark Russell Smith
  Mark Russell Smith is the interim director of the greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies (GTCYS). Smith spoke to Steve Staruch about the ins and outs of programming works for a youth orchestra.November 30, 2012
• Regional Spotlight - Schola Cantorum Coralina
  Folks who went to the performance are still talking about the Cuban choir, Schola Cantorum Coralina. Their performance of international works raised the roof at House of Hope Church in St Paul on November 10th.November 29, 2012
• Music with Minnesotans: Ryan Shipley
  Actor Ryan Shipley absolutely loves going to work, it's just that much fun. Ryan's a classroom facilitator at Project Success, a youth development organization that helps students set and reach their goals. His playlist is filled with drama and energy.November 28, 2012
• New Classical Tracks: Joyce DiDonato - Drama Queens
  Throughout "Drama Queens," you'll hear one aria after another that may move you to tears.November 27, 2012
• Minnesota Varsity: Where Are They Now? - Henry Johnston, Guitar
  We recently caught up with former Minnesota Varsity Featured and Showcase Artists, including guitarist Henry Johnston. Composer Ian Krouse of Los Angeles is writing a new solo piece for Henry.November 26, 2012
• Morning Glories - Five Fun Piano Concerti
  Every weekday morning at 10 a.m., the hosts at Classical MPR play a stand-out work based on the theme for the week. We call them Morning Glories. This week, we feature five fun piano concerti.November 26, 2012
• Flicks in Five - Miracle on 34th Street
  The first movie to be shot on location at the Macy's Day Parade in NYC, "Miracle" was also the first major vehicle for then-child star Natalie Wood.November 24, 2012

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