Classical MusicClassical Music Playlist, July 15, 2024Leonard Bernstein premiered his Chichester Psalms on July 15th, 1965. Composed on a commission from the Chichester Cathedral in England, the work is an uplifting prayer for peace with texts of Psalms sung in Hebrew. It's today's Midday Masterpiece.
Christian Tetzlaff: Don't Mind Me, I'm Just The ViolinistAugust 3, 2018The humble German fiddler is in demand around the world. His formidable technique and self-effacing style allow the music to speak volumes.
On 'Fanfare For The Common Man,' An Anthem For The American CenturyJuly 19, 2018Written in the thick of WWII, Aaron Copland's piece seems to have hope woven between its notes. Mandalit del Barco asks why so many who hear it, from presidents to prog rockers, are still so moved.
The 30 American Composers We're Featuring On The Fourth Of JulyJuly 2, 2018Check out the long list of Americans whose classical compositions you'll be hearing sprinkled throughout the day on July 4th.
New Classical Tracks: Joshua Bell Records Bruch's Scottish Fantasy For First TimeJune 27, 2018Renowned violinist Joshua Bell and the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields perform Bruch's Violin Concerto in G minor and Scottish Fantasy on their new release.
New Classical Tracks: Rosen And Artymiw Partner For Mendelssohn AlbumJune 20, 2018In their new release, Marcy Rosen and Lydia Artymiw perform the complete works for cello and piano by Felix Mendelssohn.
New Classical Tracks: Kazem Abdullah Evokes Conflict, Love In New Ravel RecordingJune 13, 2018Conductor Kazem Adbullah's new recording with the Sinfonieorchester Aachen of Daphnis and Chloe by Maurice Ravel features guest choirs from around the world, from Utah to the Ukraine.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezSound Advice: New Classical ReleasesJune 7, 2018 | Kevin DohertyMorning classical host Kevin Doherty stops by with new classical music releases to recommend.
New Classical Tracks: Angela Hewitt Explores Beethoven's Piano SonatasJune 6, 2018More than a decade ago, Angela Hewitt started to record all of the Beethoven piano sonatas. She recently released her latest in that series and Hewitt's new CD is the subject of this week's New Classical Tracks.
New Classical Tracks: Francisco Fullana Explores Past And Present of 'Four Seasons'May 31, 2018Spanish violinist Francisco Fullana explores the parallels between Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons' and Max Richter's 'The Four Seasons Recomposed' on his debut recording. Julie Amacher spoke with Fullana about the album for this week’s New Classical Tracks.
Classical Selections In Honor Of Memorial DayMay 25, 2018 | Kevin DohertyComposers throughout history have often been moved by the memories of those lost in war. This Memorial Day, CapRadio Classical Host Kevin Doherty shares some of his favorite selections influenced by those emotions.