Great Composers Chamber Music Series premieres 11th season with a tale of two 19th century heroines"Ahead of Their Time" entwines the lives of two trailblazing artists - German composer Clara Schumann and Italian actress Adelaide Ristori - in an afternoon of music and monologue at the Harris Center. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Pianist Benjamin Grosvenor’s New Album Tackles The Legacy Of Franz LisztMay 21, 2021 | Jennifer ReasonCapRadio midday classical host Jennifer Reason interviews the British pianist about his new album, exploring the deeper meaning of Liszt’s music and the personal connection he has to it.
New Classical Tracks: Matt Haimovitz Welcomes Back His Cherished CelloMay 19, 2021Matt Haimovitz finally has his cello back more than a year and a half after breaking it, just in time for the release of a new recording with pianist Mari Kodama.
Guitarist Miloš Karadaglić Feels Like A Fairy Tale Has Come TrueMay 12, 2021Guitarist Miloš Karadaglić feels as if a fairy tale has come true in his new album, The Moon & the Forest.
What Is Activism? Carl Hancock Rux Talks With Lara DownesMay 8, 2021The poet and playwright wrestles with the idea of being an activist in America today in its various forms, meanings and misunderstandings.
Contralto And Conductor Nathalie Stutzmann Lives Her DreamMay 5, 2021Nathalie Stutzmann has been living her dream of being a singer and conductor. In her new album, Contralto, she does both.
Remembering Christa Ludwig, The Master Singer Of Opera And SongApril 27, 2021Classical music fans are mourning the loss of the celebrated mezzo-soprano, known for her versatility and the warmth of her voice. She died at her home in Austria on April 24 at age 93.
Busting Myths And Building Resiliency: Esperanza Spalding Talks With Lara DownesApril 25, 2021The self-described "athletically creative" bassist, vocalist and composer searches for origins and originality while writing an opera with jazz giant Wayne Shorter.
New Classical Tracks: Pat Metheny Enters The World Of Classical GuitarApril 14, 2021Jazz guitarist and composer Pat Metheny learned guitar the informal way, by ear, but he worked with classically trained musicians on his new album, 'Road to the Sun.'
A Melting Pot Of Traditions: Regina Carter Talks With Lara DownesApril 10, 2021The genre-disrupting violinist talks about the problem with labeling music and the importance of being a role model for young women.
New Classical Tracks: Simone Dinnerstein Makes The Most Out Of LockdownApril 7, 2021Pianist Simone Dinnerstein has accomplished a lot during the pandemic, even though she may not agree. Her second recording within a year, 'An American Mosaic,' is dedicated to those affected by the lockdown.
