Conductor Neville Marriner Dies, Founded London Orchestra
Sunday, October 02, 2016
Conductor Neville Marriner, 92, who led the Academy of St Martin in the Fields to become one of the world's most-recorded classical music groups, has died.
The Composer Behind the NFL's Epic Sound
Friday, September 30, 2016
In 1966 Sam Spence was hired to score the soundtrack for NFL Films. Before we scramble to our couches on Sunday afternoon, let’s listen to a few tunes that defined his distinct sound.
Ulysses Quartet Performs 'Golden Record' Songs for Outer Space
Thursday, September 29, 2016
The Voyager spacecraft's 'Golden Record' launched into the galaxy 40 years ago. Watch the Ulysses Quartet perform songs that were included for our interplanetary neighbors.
2Cellos Take Classical Crossover Videos to the Next Level
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Croatian duo 2Cellos are the de facto bad boys of classical crossover whose videos have evolved into short-form art films.
Watch: Melodica Men's 'The Rite of Spring' is Breaking The Internet
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Conservatory-trained musicians The Melodica Men have reach fame and attention with their viral videos. Now they've tackled "The Rite of Spring" and the Internet is going bananas.
Watch: CBS' Charles Osgood Signs Off With the Boston Pops
Monday, September 26, 2016
The "Sunday Morning" host Charles Osgood sings "So Long (It's Been Good to Know You)" with members of the Boston Pops for his final sign off from the show.
5 Noteworthy Inaugural Opening Night Performances
Monday, September 26, 2016
To get into the mood of opening night season we revisit the inaugural performances at a few of the world’s notable symphony halls and opera houses.
Watch: Young Classical Pianist Performs Epic Drake Medley
Thursday, September 22, 2016
YouTuber Young Piano transposes 25 songs from hip-hop artist Drake into one epic 18-minute single take medley video.
5 Great Videos to Begin Exploring Classical Crossover
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
What is this genre called classical crossover? We found five videos that are exploring the idea of classical-meets-pop.
Simon Rattle Honors Former Music Director John Scott and Welcomes New One
Monday, September 19, 2016
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Sir Simon Rattle, with the Saint Thomas Choir of Men and Boys and Orchestra of St. Luke's, performed a concert in memory of organist and music director John Scott.
Meet the String Section Backing Up the Boss
Friday, September 16, 2016
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Eight Pittsburgh-based violinists performed "New York City Serenade" with Bruce Springsteen. How was it? "Best gig ever," they said.
6 Programs This Fall for Classical Music Lovers
Monday, September 12, 2016
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Deepen your knowledge and passion for classical music and opera with six programs around New York that take audience members behind the scenes and into the artistic process.
How to Get Kids to Fall (and Stay) in Love with Music
Monday, September 12, 2016
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As school swings back into session, so does music lessons for a number of students. We spoke to the Brooklyn Youth Chorus' Dianne Berkun Menaker about getting kids to love music.
We Asked Parents: How Do You Get Your Kids to Practice?
Monday, September 12, 2016
Back-to-school time also means back to music class and private lessons for a lot of students, so we asked parents for their tips on getting kids to practice his or her instrument.
WQXR Staffers' Favorite Summer Memories
Friday, September 02, 2016
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This Labor Day, WQXR will play selected highlights from our favorite broadcasts recorded this summer. Read what staffers picked as their favorite musical memories from the season.
Happy 100th Birthday Everett Lee, Trailblazing Conductor
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
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On Aug. 31 Everett Lee, one of the first African-American conductors to lead an integrated Broadway cast, turns 100 years old. Terrance McKnight spoke to him on his big day.
Watch: Andris Nelsons Conducts Beethoven's Ninth at Tanglewood
Monday, August 29, 2016
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Andris Nelsons became the first music director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra to close out a Tanglewood season with Beethoven's Ninth Symphony since 1969. See how he does.
Chiara String Quartet Forgoes Sheet Music to Play by Heart
Thursday, August 25, 2016
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For its new CD, 'Bartok by Heart,' the Chiara String Quartet memorized the composer's six string quartets, totaling approximately 150 minutes of music.
9 Musical Events Celebrating the National Park Centennial
Wednesday, August 24, 2016
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The National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary with several new commissions, including 'Natural History' by Michael Gordon, who spoke to us about his piece.
Broadway Scam Centers Around Soprano Kathleen Battle
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
A talent agent is accused of stealing $165,000 after claiming that he was raising funds to produce a play about Kathleen Battle's tumultuous final day at the Metropolitan Opera.
