Local Artist Feature May 29, 2026: Pulitzer Prize Winner for Music This Year Happens to be LocalWhat a month: Gabriela Lena Frank was named Musical America’s Composer of the Year. Her opera about Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera is being performed at the Met. And earlier this month she won the Pulitzer Prize for Music. Wow! Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Local Artist Feature May 22nd, 2026: From the New York Philharmonic to Founding the Chamber Music Society of Sacramento
New Classical Tracks: Yo-Yo Ma Reflects On The Emotions Of The PandemicMarch 10, 2021Cellist Yo-Yo Ma talks about the feeling and emotions that went into his new album, "Songs of Comfort and Hope," and how music can help us weather the storm of the pandemic.
With Her Recording Series 'Rising Sun,' Lara Downes Re-Centers Black ComposersMarch 9, 2021NPR's Rachel Martin spoke to the pianist about Phenomenal Women, the most recent mini-album in the series, in which Downes re-recorded the work of some deeply impactful female composers.
Ear To Ear: Celebrating Women’s History Month With Female ComposersMarch 2, 2021 | Jennifer ReasonIn honor of Women’s History Month this March, Jennifer Reason highlights the cultural contributions of female composers from past and present.
New Classical Tracks: Brandon Patrick George Explores The Endless Possibilities Of The FluteFebruary 17, 2021This week on New Classical Tracks, Brandon Patrick George talks about his debut solo album, challenging what you think about the flute, and performing with Imani Winds.
New Classical Tracks: Imani Winds Promote Black ExcellenceFebruary 10, 2021Clarinetist Mark Dover and bassoonist Monica Ellis from Imani Winds have created a legacy promoting Black excellence in classical music. Their new recording, 'Bruits,' is no different.
The Music Of Lunar New YearFebruary 2, 2021 | Jennifer ReasonTake a listen to the music you would normally hear at a Chinese New Year celebration, and learn more about some of the leading Chinese artists currently making music throughout the world.
Ear To Ear: Celebrating Today’s Black Classical ComposersFebruary 2, 2021 | Kevin DohertyBlack composers are an integral part of the American classical music vernacular, but have often been underrepresented in the genre. Here’s a look at some of today’s Black composers sharing their experiences through music.
New Classical Tracks: Pianist Orli Shaham Finds Joy In Mozart Amid PandemicJanuary 27, 2021This week on New Classical Tracks, pianist Orli Shaham talks about the joy she found recording all 18 Mozart piano sonatas during the pandemic.
New Classical Tracks: Sarah Willis mambos with Mozart on project with the Havana Lyceum OrchestraJanuary 20, 2021This week on New Classical Tracks, horn player Sarah Willis talks about her project with the Havana Lyceum Orchestra, "Mozart Y Mambo," which presents Mozart with a Cuban flair.
New Classical Tracks: Ofra Harnoy Finds Inspiration In NewfoundlandJanuary 13, 2021Cellist Ofra Harnoy talks about the love for her new home in Newfoundland and how it inspired her album "On The Rock."
