Music

January 25, 2009 12:03 AM

Minnesota Opera draws from near and far for 2009-2010 season

The Minnesota Opera will showcase the work of Minnesota composer Dominick Argento during its 2009-2010 season, and present one of its biggest recent discoveries.

by Euan Kerr

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January 22, 2009 4:30 PM

Minnesota Opera has a devil of a good time with 'Faust'

The Minnesota Opera goes to the devil this weekend for its production of "Faust." In its heyday, Faust was the most popular opera in the world. Minnesota Opera staff say they hope to reveal its modern message through dance.

by Euan Kerr

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January 21, 2009 4:20 PM

Local musicians want Legacy Amendment money

The Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment approved by Minnesota voters last November is expected to raise approximately $55 to $60 million a year for the arts. Artists and arts groups from every discipline are hoping to get a chunk of that money.

by Chris Roberts

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January 20, 2009 12:00 AM

New Classical Tracks: Enticing Vivaldi

On a new disc, two of today's top violinists get together to play double concertos by Vivaldi. It's a playful, virtuosic musical conversation with a rare sense of partnership.

by Julie Amacher

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January 19, 2009 5:24 PM

VocalEssence celebrates 40th anniversary with tour of England

The Minnesota choir, VocalEssence is treating audiences in the United Kingdom to a uniquely American choral sound. They will perform in some famous venues, including King's College. And they have a few special treats planned for Inauguration Day.

by Tom Crann

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January 13, 2009 12:57 PM

Audio slideshow: Building harps

An audio slideshow featuring harp maker Gary Stone of Red Wing, Minn.

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January 8, 2009 2:00 AM

Chamber orchestras flock to St. Paul

For the next month, the Twin Cities will play host to an extraordinary orchestral event. Four of the worlds top chamber orchestras will join the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra for what's believed to be the first ever International Chamber Orchestra Festival.

by Euan Kerr

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January 6, 2009 9:50 AM

New Classical Tracks: Bach, in the present time

Anne-Sophie Mutter's new disc pairs Bach's two violin concertos with a new piece written for her by Sofia Gubaidulina. Mutter finds that there's an intellectual and a spiritual element that unites both composers.

by Julie Amacher

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December 30, 2008 9:58 AM

New Classical Tracks: Best of '08

Beethoven symphonies, a little-known concerto and wide-ranging American fare were among the stand-out discs of the past year.

by Valerie Kahler

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December 24, 2008 5:00 PM

A tradition of carols continues

Christmas Eve is a time for tradition, and we continue what has become a holiday tradition for Minnesota Public Radio by featuring a new Christmas carol written by composer Abbie Betinis.

by John Birge and Tom Crann

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