Kevin Doherty
Morning Classical Host and Classical Content Coordinator
Opposites Attract: Two Violin Concertos In The Hands Of A Master
June 24, 2019
Augustin Hadelich dazzles in an album of odd bedfellows, which pairs Johannes Brahms' romantic war horse with György Ligeti's modernist stunner.
'Stonewall' Opera Marks Uprising's 50th Anniversary
June 24, 2019
New York City Opera has commissioned "Stonewall," a new opera premiering one week before the 50th anniversary of the riots that sparked the modern gay-rights movement.
New Classical Tracks: Sacramento Pianist Lara Downes Celebrates The Power And Artistic Legacy Of Women In New Album
June 19, 2019
This week on Classical MPR's New Classical Tracks, Sacramento-based pianist Lara Downes shares insights into her new album, 'Holes in the Sky,' as well as the Georgia O'Keeffe quote that inspired it.
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Locks Out Musicians As Contract Dispute Continues
June 17, 2019
Contract and salary negotiations between musicians and management have stalled, leaving BSO players picketing outside their concert hall.
New Classical Tracks: Itamar Zorman Celebrates Music Of Paul Ben-Haim In 'Evocation'
June 12, 2019
Violinist Itamar Zorman shares insights into the inspiration behind his new album, 'Evocation,' which features works by Paul Ben-Haim in this week's New Classical Tracks from Classical MPR.
New Classical Tracks: Violinist Renaud Capucon Soars An Album Of Iconic Film Music
June 5, 2019
Violinist Renaud Capucon celebrates the music of the silver screen in 'Cinema,' his new album with Stephane Deneve and the Brussels Philharmonic. The record includes selections from 'Cinema Paradiso,' 'The Godfather,' 'Yentl' and more.
America's Largest Musicians' Union Announces Pension Cuts
May 31, 2019
The American Federation of Musicians' fund will reduce benefits for an estimated 20,000 of its 80,000 members due to stresses caused by the 2008 financial crisis — and a steadily aging membership.
Meet CapRadio's New Heavy Metal-Loving Midday Classical Music Host
May 30, 2019
We meet CapRadio’s new midday classical host, Jennifer Reason. She talks with Morning Classical host Kevin Doherty about her roots, martial arts, her love of the outdoors and her favorite music.
Kishi Bashi Uses The History Of Japanese Internment To Explore America Today
May 29, 2019
To make his latest album, "Omoiyari," the Japanese-American artist decided to turn to the past. He visited Japanese internment camps and made music inspired by the stories he found there.
'How Shostakovich Changed My Mind' Touches On The Music-Body Connection
May 17, 2019
BBC music broadcaster Stephen Johnson's remarkably diverse aesthetic and personal sensitivity are on full display in his new book on the Russian composer's music — and his own personal struggles.