Maria Callas is Back on Tour
Sunday, September 23, 2018
Curious to see what the resurrected diva looks and sounds like? Get a glimpse into the technological wonder and tell us what you think.
12 Pieces of Autumn Music That Aren't by Vivaldi
Saturday, September 22, 2018
When it comes to locking down an Fall playlist, Vivaldi's "Autumn" is usually the runaway favorite. But let's switch it up and explore some other autumnal offerings from other composers.
Need a Stream of the 2018 Gramophone Music Awards? Of Course You Do.
Monday, September 17, 2018
The 2018 Gramophone Music Awards ceremony is behind us, but if you missed it you can still catch the stream!
The Experts’ Concert Guide to Fall 2018
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Summer might be over, but concert season is back! Instead of rehashing the usual listings, we turned to some great musicians, composers and writers and asked what they were excited for.
The Premiere: Bruckner’s Third Symphony Was Doomed From the Start. Here’s Why.
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
The premiere of Anton Bruckner’s Symphony No. 3 was the Murphy’s Law embodied in 19th-century music. But anyone could have seen from the start it would go poorly.
Out The Door: A 9/11 Dedication From Jeff Spurgeon
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
To commemorate the 17th anniversary of 9/11, WQXR host Jeff Spurgeon prepared some remarks in lieu of his regular "Out-the-Door Dedications." Listen to and read them here.
Which New York City Concert Hall Are You?
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
New York City features multiple iconic concert halls. Take our quiz to find out where you should take your next bow!
Insider Hacks to Help You See Classical Music in NYC for Cheap
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Here are some of the greatest hacks for seeing classical music for cheap (and even free) in NYC.
Roads Not Taken: 11 Conductors Tell Us What Else They Might Have Been
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
We asked 11 conductors what else they might have been.
Wake Up! Here’s a Little Duet for Piccolo and … Alarm Clock
Monday, September 10, 2018
Composer Tilmann Dehnhard has written quite the piece to get you going in the morning.
These Kids Are Amazed When They Meet an Opera Singer for the First Time
Monday, September 10, 2018
How do you stun a kid into a state of pure awe? Introduce them to an opera singer like Angel Blue.
On the Origin of That Iconic Nokia Ringtone
Thursday, September 06, 2018
Tárrega’s “Gran Vals” might be best known as the “Nokia Tune,” but how did the company’s sound design team choose it?
For Two NFL Players, Music Is Just As Important As Gridiron Training
Thursday, September 06, 2018
Jason Kelce and Justin Tucker are two active NFL Players and Super Bowl Champions — but music is a big part of their lives, too.
Royal Wedding Cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason’s Summer in the Spotlight
Thursday, September 06, 2018
It’s been just over 100 days since the Royal Wedding — which means it’s also a perfect time to check in with show-stealing cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason.
Yuja Wang’s Ultimate Warm-up: Concertos On Demand
Wednesday, September 05, 2018
Before heading out to crush some Prokofiev with the Berlin Philharmonic, pianist Yuja Wang hyped herself up by playing a few concerto themes on demand.
Top of the Class: Five Student Works by Great Composers
Wednesday, September 05, 2018
Even the great composers had to start somewhere.
Musicians Need to Unwind, Too! Here’s a Handful Making the Most of Summer
Monday, September 03, 2018
Didn’t get a chance to get away this summer? Live vicariously through these musicians.
Remembering George Walker
Thursday, August 30, 2018
WQXR's Terrance McKnight remembers George Walker.
Must-See Classical Concerts This September
Thursday, August 30, 2018
There are a lot of concerts happening around New York in September. Here's what to see!
The Best New Classical Releases of August 2018
Thursday, August 30, 2018
From early Schoenberg to a complete re-imagination of Beethoven's symphonies, here are our favorite new releases from the last month.
