As we celebrate the sesquicentennial year of composer Ludwig van Beethoven, conductor Giancarlo Guerrero joined us for a look at all nine of his symponies.
Classically Speaking: Celebrating Beethoven, On The Count Of Four
Classical music loves a milestone, and with the approach of Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday, we had a big one coming in 2020. But, our plans were all thrown thanks to COVID-19.
Ways To Listen To Classical Music
Our classical music service has moved to digital-only platforms. Here’s a quick Q & A on how to receive the digital signal.
In Lara Downes’ New Series, Black Musicians Rise To A Pivotal Moment
The pianist joins Ari Shapiro to discuss Amplify With Lara Downes, a video series on Black musicians who have experienced renewed creativity regarding racial injustice.
Classically Speaking: Harpist Parker Ramsay Pulled Some Strings
Which came first: the chicken or the egg? OK, how about this one: the music or the instrument? Musician Parker Ramsay saw no issue with one or the other when he prepared J.S. Bach’s Golberg Variations for harp.
Nashville Public Radio Updates From CEO Steve Swenson
Later this fall, Nashville Public Radio will launch a new music discovery station on 91.1 FM. WNXP will not just provide a platform for artists from Nashville and beyond, but will also bring context to the playlist and connection to the community in a way that only public radio can deliver. Listeners will hear an […]
Classically Speaking: Wide Awake With Pianist Lara Downes
Did you sleep OK last night? How about the night before?
Classically Speaking: Three Superconductors Take On 2020
It’s not often that three conductors are in the same room – virtual or otherwise. But 2020 isn’t a typical year.
Lara Downes: ‘These Women Together’
What better way to celebrate the centennial of the ratification of the 19th Amendment than with music by women, performed by pianist Lara Downes?
Classically Speaking: Conductors In Conversation
Diversity as an intrinsic part of your organization, rather than a goal. Building a new canon. Mourning what we lost this year. These topics and more were in focus during our look at the future of orchestras with Mei-Ann Chen, JoAnn Falletta, and Jeri Lynne Johnson.
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