CNE Journal
Remembering Gustav Leonhardt
By James David Jacobs
How an unexpected encounter opened up the very human side of a music legend.
How an unexpected encounter opened up the very human side of a music legend.
CNE Journal
Music from Downton Abbey
By Brian McCreath
The drama, passion, and transformation of the Masterpiece Classic series is reflected in the film's soundtrack, written by John Lunn.
The drama, passion, and transformation of the Masterpiece Classic series is reflected in the film's soundtrack, written by John Lunn.
CNE Journal
Three Pianos: Regular Guys and Schubert
By Brian McCreath
Three friends channel the spirit of the Schubertiade at American Repertory Theater, partying with the piece of music you'd least expect.
Three friends channel the spirit of the Schubertiade at American Repertory Theater, partying with the piece of music you'd least expect.
CNE Journal
Charting Their Own Paths: Top 5 Orchestral Albums Produced In-house
By Brian McCreath
In-house labels have energized the recording projects of several major orchestras. Here are five of the best.
In-house labels have energized the recording projects of several major orchestras. Here are five of the best.
CNE Journal
Messiah In Our Time
By Brian McCreath
How did a two-and-a-half century-old piece of music written for Lent become an iconic Christmas tradition of our time?
How did a two-and-a-half century-old piece of music written for Lent become an iconic Christmas tradition of our time?
CNE Journal
A World Premiere From Boston Musica Viva
By Brian McCreath
Cellist Jan Müller-Szeraws is the soloist in the newly composed Concerto di Camera II by Bernard Hoffer in a world premiere on Friday, Nov. 18.
Cellist Jan Müller-Szeraws is the soloist in the newly composed Concerto di Camera II by Bernard Hoffer in a world premiere on Friday, Nov. 18.
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Happy Birthday, Robert J!
By Benjamin K. Roe
Did you hear what Robert J. played this morning?
Did you hear what Robert J. played this morning?
CNE Journal
Boston Lyric Opera's Macbeth
The BLO opens its new season with Verdi's harrowing, psychological tour de force.
CNE Journal
Arts, Culture and the Economy
By Brian McCreath
In a competitive global economy, how important is culture?
In a competitive global economy, how important is culture?
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O mio babbino caro….
By Laura Carlo
Although he often went hungry in war-torn Italy, his mother kept pointing out to him that there was still beauty to be found in the world, including the exquisite, perfumed roses of Rome.
Although he often went hungry in war-torn Italy, his mother kept pointing out to him that there was still beauty to be found in the world, including the exquisite, perfumed roses of Rome.
CNE Journal
Mahler Unleashed
By Brian McCreath
New England Conservatory of Music President Tony Woodcock talks about NEC's celebration of Gustav Mahler's music.
New England Conservatory of Music President Tony Woodcock talks about NEC's celebration of Gustav Mahler's music.
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Great Liszt Performances from Classical New England
By Cathy Fuller
For the 200th anniversary of Franz Liszt's birth, here are some of my favorite performances from the Fraser Performance Studio and beyond.
For the 200th anniversary of Franz Liszt's birth, here are some of my favorite performances from the Fraser Performance Studio and beyond.
CNE Journal
Opera Boston's Béatrice et Bénédict
By Brian McCreath
A modern twist enlivens this weekend's production of Berlioz's comedic love story.
A modern twist enlivens this weekend's production of Berlioz's comedic love story.
CNE Journal
What Does A Conductor Do?
Classical New England host Brian McCreath talks with Emily Rooney about the ways a conductor can bring music to life.
Classical New England
Classical New England To Broadcast From Bryant University
A special event on Oct. 6 celebrates the return of full-time classical music in Rhode Island radio.
Today on Classical New England
Today on Classical New England
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Alisa Weilerstein Wins MacArthur Grant
By Brian McCreath
One of the most exciting musicians of our time is recognized with a so-called "Genius Grant"
One of the most exciting musicians of our time is recognized with a so-called "Genius Grant"
99.5 Host Notes
Ives's Prophetic Music, Post-9/11
By James David Jacobs
The American composer captured a moment that eerily foreshadowed reaction to Sept. 11, 2001.
The American composer captured a moment that eerily foreshadowed reaction to Sept. 11, 2001.
99.5 ALL CLASSICAL
A Listener's Guide To Schubert's 'Die Schöne Müllerin'
By Cathy Fuller
Tenor Matthew Polenzani and pianist Julius Drake lead a journey into Schubert's vivid song cycle.
Tenor Matthew Polenzani and pianist Julius Drake lead a journey into Schubert's vivid song cycle.
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In Performance
Here is more information about artists and presenters featured on this week's programs.
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Sendai, Japan: "Music And Courage"
By James David Jacobs
The Sendai Philharmonic and conductor Pascal Verrot offer inspiration for rebuilding.
The Sendai Philharmonic and conductor Pascal Verrot offer inspiration for rebuilding.
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A New Meaning For "Amateur Hour"
By James David Jacobs
Winchester's Angela Lee Tien takes the stage at Van Cliburn's International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs.
Winchester's Angela Lee Tien takes the stage at Van Cliburn's International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs.
The Bach Hour
Two Masterpieces From Altenburg, Germany
By Brian McCreath
This week's program takes you to the Schloßkirche in Altenburg to hear an instrument Bach himself performed on when it was built.
This week's program takes you to the Schloßkirche in Altenburg to hear an instrument Bach himself performed on when it was built.
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Bernard Greenhouse, 1916-2011
By James David Jacobs
A remembrance of a great cellist and a great human being.
A remembrance of a great cellist and a great human being.
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Sendai, Japan: The Orchestra Comes Of Age
By James David Jacobs
The next in a series about the Sendai Philharmonic as it struggles to rebuild after the March disaster.
The next in a series about the Sendai Philharmonic as it struggles to rebuild after the March disaster.
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Postscript From Spain
By Cathy Fuller
A few added scenes and thoughts from a cultural pilgrimage.
A few added scenes and thoughts from a cultural pilgrimage.
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Sendai, Japan: Looking Back On The Birth Of An Orchestra
By James David Jacobs
As Japan recovers, our guest blogger takes us back to the formative years of an orchestra that anchors the cultural life of northern Japan.
As Japan recovers, our guest blogger takes us back to the formative years of an orchestra that anchors the cultural life of northern Japan.
Café Europa
The Berlin Philharmonic
By Brian McCreath
Hear performances by one of the world's great orchestras, from concerts at their dynamic home concert hall.
On-demand at Classical New England
Hear performances by one of the world's great orchestras, from concerts at their dynamic home concert hall.
On-demand at Classical New England
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Sendai, Japan: Resilience of a Cultural Jewel
By James David Jacobs
A personal voice highlights the central role of the orchestra in the culture of one of Japan's hardest hit cities
A personal voice highlights the central role of the orchestra in the culture of one of Japan's hardest hit cities
99.5 Host Notes
What's Your Sense of Place
By Laura Carlo
During the month of May, join host Laura Carlo for great works that describe a place. And share your own favorite place with a story or a photo. Entries will be picked to be read on air and shares on our digital mural.
During the month of May, join host Laura Carlo for great works that describe a place. And share your own favorite place with a story or a photo. Entries will be picked to be read on air and shares on our digital mural.
Classical Concerts
Handel and Haydn's Israel in Egypt
Harry Christophers conducts Handel's masterpiece on the Exodus in concert.
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In Performance, week of Apr. 18
By Brian McCreath
Here is more information about the performers and presenters featured this week.
Here is more information about the performers and presenters featured this week.
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Zarzuela!
By Cathy Fuller
One of the distinctive musical sounds of Spain is featured in another postcard from the WGBH Learning Tour.
One of the distinctive musical sounds of Spain is featured in another postcard from the WGBH Learning Tour.
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Haydn's "Seven Last Words"
By James David Jacobs
Whether for piano, string quartet, orchestra, or choir, Haydn's Passion Week masterpiece transmits incredible emotional power.
Sunday, April 17 at 9am on 99.5 All Classical
Whether for piano, string quartet, orchestra, or choir, Haydn's Passion Week masterpiece transmits incredible emotional power.
Sunday, April 17 at 9am on 99.5 All Classical
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Strings Attached
By Laura Carlo
"I love my instrument of choice, but, learning classical piano does nothing for your 'cool' factor when you're 10 or 12..."
"I love my instrument of choice, but, learning classical piano does nothing for your 'cool' factor when you're 10 or 12..."
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Classical Musicians Perform to Benefit Japan
By Brian McCreath
Music always has a healing power, but these events make that power a tangible reality.
Music always has a healing power, but these events make that power a tangible reality.
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The Conductor's Art
By James David Jacobs
"... when the combination of great music, great musicians and a great conductor all work in sync, you get something unmatched by any other human activity."
"... when the combination of great music, great musicians and a great conductor all work in sync, you get something unmatched by any other human activity."
Boston Symphony Orchestra
The Tempest, Shakespeare's Most Musical Play
By James David Jacobs
How one of Shakespeare's last plays stands as a singular creation and points the way towards new forms of theater.
How one of Shakespeare's last plays stands as a singular creation and points the way towards new forms of theater.
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Boston Symphony and Andris Nelsons: The Reviews
By Brian McCreath
Read what the critics had to say about the young Latvian conductor's performance with the BSO at Carnegie Hall on Thursday.
Read what the critics had to say about the young Latvian conductor's performance with the BSO at Carnegie Hall on Thursday.
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Erin go Bragh!
By Laura Carlo
Laura Carlo shares some classical music for the Irish in all of us...
Laura Carlo shares some classical music for the Irish in all of us...
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The Concert Hall Re-set Button
By Brian McCreath
When everything familiar bursts into the remarkable.
When everything familiar bursts into the remarkable.
The Composer Files
Celebrating Bartók
In honor of the 130th anniversary of the composer's birth, join 99.5 All Classical for a series of local and historic performances and exclusive on demand music.
Classical Concerts
The Bartók Experience
By Brian McCreath
The Takács Quartet, Muzsikás, and Márta Sebestyén take us into the soul of the Hungarian composer's music.
The Takács Quartet, Muzsikás, and Márta Sebestyén take us into the soul of the Hungarian composer's music.
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Nadia Boulanger
By James David Jacobs
For Women's History Month, an in-depth look at one of the most important musicians of the last century.
For Women's History Month, an in-depth look at one of the most important musicians of the last century.
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For March, a Celebration of Women in Music
By Laura Carlo
Join me each morning at 7am to celebrate the trailblazers, the visionaries, and today's remarkable women of music.
Join me each morning at 7am to celebrate the trailblazers, the visionaries, and today's remarkable women of music.
99.5 All Classical
Ben Roe Named Managing Director of Classical Services
Boston's All Classical Station to be led by Grammy Award winning producer and NPR veteran.
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Antidote for Winter: Free Concerts
By Laura Carlo
If you're tired of the weather (and don't have time to get away to Aruba), try these musically warm options.
If you're tired of the weather (and don't have time to get away to Aruba), try these musically warm options.
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My Favorites: Figaro and the "Diabelli" Variations
By James David Jacobs
Mozart and Beethoven show us the sublime in our everyday human foibles.
Mozart and Beethoven show us the sublime in our everyday human foibles.
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For Valentine's Day, Machaut, a 14th Century Dylan
By James David Jacobs
"He took a tradition of itinerant balladeers and invested the style with intellectual rigor and worldly sophistication while retaining the primal appeal of folk music."
"He took a tradition of itinerant balladeers and invested the style with intellectual rigor and worldly sophistication while retaining the primal appeal of folk music."
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My Favorites: A Choice You May Not Expect
By Suzanne Bona
The music closest to us sometimes comes from our earliest experiences.
The music closest to us sometimes comes from our earliest experiences.
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My Favorites: An Unknown Romeo and Juliet
By Brian Bell
Plenty of composers have been inspired by Shakespeare's tragedy, but this one is special.
Plenty of composers have been inspired by Shakespeare's tragedy, but this one is special.
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For Our Greatest President's Birthday
By James David Jacobs
A musical tribute to Abraham Lincoln...
A musical tribute to Abraham Lincoln...
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My Favorites: A Bold Punch from Prokofiev
By Michelle Sweet
"Music can viscerally bring a snapshot moment from our past right back to the present..."
"Music can viscerally bring a snapshot moment from our past right back to the present..."
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My Favorites: Ringtone Mozart
By Amanda Goodwin
I discovered my favorite through my radio and cell phone.
I discovered my favorite through my radio and cell phone.
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Music and Art: Copley and Billings
By Cathy Fuller
Hear inspired pairings of music and art from the Art of the Americas wing of the Museum of Fine Arts.
Hear inspired pairings of music and art from the Art of the Americas wing of the Museum of Fine Arts.
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Lou Harrison's "Elegiac" Symphony
By James David Jacobs
"I will go out on a limb and declare this the most beautiful movement of American symphonic music yet written."
"I will go out on a limb and declare this the most beautiful movement of American symphonic music yet written."
CNE Journal
Music and Art: Paternosto & Ginastera
By Cathy Fuller
Two Latin American Modernists, inspired by the Art of the Americas wing at the Museum of Fine Arts.
Two Latin American Modernists, inspired by the Art of the Americas wing at the Museum of Fine Arts.
Concerts
An Invitation to the Landmarks Orchestra
By Laura Carlo
I hope you'll join me for a wonderful concert this Friday.
I hope you'll join me for a wonderful concert this Friday.
CNE Journal
Music and Art: West and Antes
By Cathy Fuller
From the young United States, a pairing of music and art inspired by the Art of the Americas wing of the Museum of Fine Arts.
From the young United States, a pairing of music and art inspired by the Art of the Americas wing of the Museum of Fine Arts.
99.5 Host Notes
Two Essential Symphonies
By James David Jacobs
Two composers write for their times and create something eternal.
Sunday, Jan. 23 at 9am on 99.5 All Classical
Two composers write for their times and create something eternal.
Sunday, Jan. 23 at 9am on 99.5 All Classical
CNE Journal
Music and Art: Stella and Diamond
By Cathy Fuller
Bursts of energy from the early 1940's for the eyes and ears, inspired by the Art of the Americas wing of the Museum of Fine Arts.
Bursts of energy from the early 1940's for the eyes and ears, inspired by the Art of the Americas wing of the Museum of Fine Arts.
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Life Savors: Stop and Smell the...well, Snow
By Laura Carlo
What breaks the routine for you?
What breaks the routine for you?
CNE Journal
Music and Art: O'Keeffe and Still
By Cathy Fuller
1927 in art and music, inspired by the new Art of the Americas wing at Boston's Museum of Fine Arts.
1927 in art and music, inspired by the new Art of the Americas wing at Boston's Museum of Fine Arts.
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"...to the memory of a great man"
By James David Jacobs
Two symphonies embody so much of what we honor in Martin Luther King, Jr.
Two symphonies embody so much of what we honor in Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Zeroes and Ones
By Laura Carlo
I was looking at today’s date on a digital calendar, 01-11-11, and thought about how everything in our lives seems to have become digitized, zeroes and ones...
I was looking at today’s date on a digital calendar, 01-11-11, and thought about how everything in our lives seems to have become digitized, zeroes and ones...
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Popcorn With That Beethoven?
By Brian McCreath
Orchestras at the multiplex: a mixed bag.
Orchestras at the multiplex: a mixed bag.
CNE Journal
Music and Art: Homer and MacDowell
By Cathy Fuller
Dramatic art from two New Englanders, inspired by the Art of the Americas wing of the Museum of Fine Arts.
Dramatic art from two New Englanders, inspired by the Art of the Americas wing of the Museum of Fine Arts.
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Britten's Journey of the Magi
By Laura Carlo
"The New Year’s holiday has come and gone and 2011 is launched... but remember, people are still celebrating Christmas..."
"The New Year’s holiday has come and gone and 2011 is launched... but remember, people are still celebrating Christmas..."
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The Most Ridiculous Gigs in the History of Music, MacDowell, and Janacek
By James David Jacobs
For a couple of years I played cello and recorder on top of a display case in a Nordstrom's in Walnut Creek, California.
For a couple of years I played cello and recorder on top of a display case in a Nordstrom's in Walnut Creek, California.
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Thomas Hampson and Mahler's Wunderhorn
By Brian McCreath
One of today's great Mahler interpreters performs some of the composer's most personal music.
One of today's great Mahler interpreters performs some of the composer's most personal music.
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A Birthday of Two Mavericks
By James David Jacobs
Two important composers share a birthday of December 11.
Two important composers share a birthday of December 11.
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Faure on Glorious Vinyl
By Ray Brown
A request for Pie Jesu with Kathleen Battle, and more.
A request for Pie Jesu with Kathleen Battle, and more.
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Music for Food for Music
By Cathy Fuller
One of Boston's renowned musicians organizes performances to benefit those in need.
One of Boston's renowned musicians organizes performances to benefit those in need.
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"My Nine Lives," Violin$, Alisa Weilerstein, and Who's Afraid of Modern Music?
By Brian McCreath
Leon Fleisher talks with Diane Rehm, Alex Ross sounds off on modern music, and how much would you pay for a violin?
Leon Fleisher talks with Diane Rehm, Alex Ross sounds off on modern music, and how much would you pay for a violin?
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Holiday Lights
By Laura Carlo
Light is so important to the holidays for Jews and Christians alike, and even for those who celebrate Winter Solstice.
Light is so important to the holidays for Jews and Christians alike, and even for those who celebrate Winter Solstice.
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Requiems, Anniversaries, and Controversies
By James David Jacobs
Sifting the truth to find the music.
Sifting the truth to find the music.
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An Unfinished Jewel
By Ray Brown
A request for Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, with a hint of what might have been.
Today at 4pm on 99.5 All Classical
A request for Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, with a hint of what might have been.
Today at 4pm on 99.5 All Classical
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Classical In The News
By Brian McCreath
Check out some recent NPR pieces about classical music.
Check out some recent NPR pieces about classical music.
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For St. Andrew's Day
By Brian McCreath
I suppose with a name like mine, it shouldn't come as any surprise that Scotland figures prominently in my background.
I suppose with a name like mine, it shouldn't come as any surprise that Scotland figures prominently in my background.
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A New Pergolesi Stabat Mater
By Cathy Fuller
"... the most perfect and most moving that has ever issued from the pen of any composer.”
"... the most perfect and most moving that has ever issued from the pen of any composer.”
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A Concerto With Movie DNA
By Brian McCreath
Nikolaj Znaider joins the Vienna Philharmonic for Korngold's Violin Concerto, a piece built on film themes.
Nikolaj Znaider joins the Vienna Philharmonic for Korngold's Violin Concerto, a piece built on film themes.
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Flash Mob Hallelujah!
By Brian McCreath
The collision of George Frederick Handel and a shopping mall food court.
The collision of George Frederick Handel and a shopping mall food court.
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Buchbinder's Brahms
By Brian McCreath
The Austrian pianist takes on one of the monuments of the concerto repertoire.
The Austrian pianist takes on one of the monuments of the concerto repertoire.
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All Together Now...
By Laura Carlo
The birthday anniversary of a composer who changed his course.
The birthday anniversary of a composer who changed his course.
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National Adoption Day and the Pledge Drive
By James David Jacobs
Beethoven, the trials of childhood, and classical music.
Beethoven, the trials of childhood, and classical music.
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Extra Pledge Bonus: The Berlin Philharmonic!
By Brian McCreath
A hidden bonus with one of our thank you gifts.
A hidden bonus with one of our thank you gifts.
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Under the Radar
By Brian McCreath
A musician you've probably heard without knowing it.
A musician you've probably heard without knowing it.
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Rudolf Barshai, and Bruno Walter, Week Two
By James David Jacobs
Bruno Walter, like most conductors of his generation, was also a composer...
Bruno Walter, like most conductors of his generation, was also a composer...
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Gershwin, Harris, Haydn
By Ray Brown
Ray Brown has music from Gershwin, Roy Harris, and Haydn
Ray Brown has music from Gershwin, Roy Harris, and Haydn
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Zacharias Visits 99.5
By Cathy Fuller
How can you get the most out of playing Haydn? Ask pianist and conductor Christian Zacharias and he'll tell you...
How can you get the most out of playing Haydn? Ask pianist and conductor Christian Zacharias and he'll tell you...
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Listen To This
By Brian McCreath
Alex Ross, music critic for the New Yorker and author of The Rest is Noise, visits Cambridge this evening.
Alex Ross, music critic for the New Yorker and author of The Rest is Noise, visits Cambridge this evening.
Music News
Pianist George Li Wins Gilmore Young Artists Award
By Brian McCreath
A young, Boston-bred pianist wins one of the most significant prizes in music.
A young, Boston-bred pianist wins one of the most significant prizes in music.
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Paderewski's 150th birthday and Bruno Walter, Week One
By James David Jacobs
Hear music for an unheralded anniversary on Saturday morning, and from a great conductor on Sunday.
Hear music for an unheralded anniversary on Saturday morning, and from a great conductor on Sunday.
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Can You See Music?
By Brian McCreath
The World's Alex Gallafent looks into Alexander Scriabin's synaesthesia, and conductor Marin Alsop discusses Samuel Barber with NPR's Scott Simon.
The World's Alex Gallafent looks into Alexander Scriabin's synaesthesia, and conductor Marin Alsop discusses Samuel Barber with NPR's Scott Simon.
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The Art of Letter Writing
By Laura Carlo
Dear Listener, As someone in the “communications business” you’d think I’d be thrilled that we have so many ways to communicate over long distances today...
Dear Listener, As someone in the “communications business” you’d think I’d be thrilled that we have so many ways to communicate over long distances today...
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Intuition, Paranoia, and Berlioz
By James David Jacobs
It's Halloween, so it seems appropriate to consider the subject of fear...
It's Halloween, so it seems appropriate to consider the subject of fear...
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Stefan Jackiw's New Brahms
By Cathy Fuller
A Boston-bred violinist releases a stunning first recording.
A Boston-bred violinist releases a stunning first recording.
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"You Are Drawn Into Being A Co-Conspirator..."
By Cathy Fuller
Fortepianist Robert Levin talks about the infectious joy of Mozart's music.
Fortepianist Robert Levin talks about the infectious joy of Mozart's music.
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A Request for Gershwin
By Ray Brown
The classical music establishment has always been divided about Gershwin...
The classical music establishment has always been divided about Gershwin...
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Cathedrals In Music
By Brian McCreath
Hear musical responses to great cathedrals, and watch Building The Great Cathedrals.
Hear musical responses to great cathedrals, and watch Building The Great Cathedrals.
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Happy Halloween!
By Laura Carlo
When my child was a few weeks shy of his 2nd birthday I showed him a beautifully-designed “Prince Charming” costume complete with beribboned jacket with gold buttons and epaulets...
When my child was a few weeks shy of his 2nd birthday I showed him a beautifully-designed “Prince Charming” costume complete with beribboned jacket with gold buttons and epaulets...
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Big little things for starting your week....
By Cathy Fuller
First, because it’s Monday and the idea of joyfully propelling yourself through the thrilling chaos of life may not yet have occurred to you...
First, because it’s Monday and the idea of joyfully propelling yourself through the thrilling chaos of life may not yet have occurred to you...
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Oct. 23 & 24: Elections, Humanity, and Cartoons
By James David Jacobs
Well, it's election time again. It's not just getting ugly; it already IS ugly...
Well, it's election time again. It's not just getting ugly; it already IS ugly...
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Oct. 22: Folk Tunes and Toons
By Ray Brown
Today's 4:00 request is from Kirk Companion of Acton for the English Folk Song Suite by Ralph Vaughan Williams.
Today's 4:00 request is from Kirk Companion of Acton for the English Folk Song Suite by Ralph Vaughan Williams.
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Oct. 24: Richards & Fowkes Organ at First Lutheran of Boston
By Brian McCreath
One of Boston's premiere organs has just been expanded.
One of Boston's premiere organs has just been expanded.
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Oct. 21: Classical, Beer, and a Chat
By Brian McCreath
Are there alternatives to how classical music concerts are presented?
Are there alternatives to how classical music concerts are presented?
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Oct. 20: Executioner's Goulash Anyone?
By Brian McCreath
The perfect meal to enjoy while listening to Czech music.
The perfect meal to enjoy while listening to Czech music.
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Oct. 20: Benjamin Zander and the Boston Philharmonic
By Laura Carlo
The conductor gives a preview of the 2010-2011 season.
The conductor gives a preview of the 2010-2011 season.
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Oct. 16 & 17: The Man Who Invented Brunch
By James David Jacobs
It was in the last week of 1947 that violinist Louis Kaufman commandeered Carnegie Hall with a group of other freelance string players...
It was in the last week of 1947 that violinist Louis Kaufman commandeered Carnegie Hall with a group of other freelance string players...
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Oct. 15: A Request for Butterfly
By Ray Brown
You've got your choice of Puccini's masterpiece...
You've got your choice of Puccini's masterpiece...
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Oct. 15: Of All the Things I’ve Lost....
By Laura Carlo
I lose things. Often. I put something down, someone gets my attention and pulls me away from my task, then...
I lose things. Often. I put something down, someone gets my attention and pulls me away from my task, then...
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Oct. 13: Prague and Art Nouveau
By Brian McCreath
The Czech capitol was one of the centers of Art Nouveau.
The Czech capitol was one of the centers of Art Nouveau.
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Oct. 13: Experiencing the Unexpected
By Cathy Fuller
Sometimes classical music can catch us with our guard down.
Sometimes classical music can catch us with our guard down.
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Oct. 13: Lang Lang
By Laura Carlo
The Chinese pianist is supporting young performers.
The Chinese pianist is supporting young performers.
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Oct. 12: Louis Moreau Gottschalk
By Ray Brown
A listener has requested music by a great but unheralded American composer.
A listener has requested music by a great but unheralded American composer.
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Oct. 12: Joan Sutherland, 1926-2010
By Brian McCreath
Learn more about the great soprano, who passed away yesterday.
Learn more about the great soprano, who passed away yesterday.
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Oct. 11: Till Fellner
By Brian McCreath
If you liked this afternoon's performance of Beethoven's Emperor concerto, check this out.
If you liked this afternoon's performance of Beethoven's Emperor concerto, check this out.
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Oct. 8: Happy Birthday Camille! Happy Birthday Little Sister!
By Laura Carlo
My little sister has a birthday tomorrow---and one that she shares with Camille Saint-Saens.
My little sister has a birthday tomorrow---and one that she shares with Camille Saint-Saens.
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