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Music

Making the Scene: an Oral History of Twin Cities Rock

Making the Scene: an Oral History of Twin Cities Rock

"Making the Scene: An Oral History of Twin Cities Rock," traces the evolution of the local-music scene from the mid-1960s through the '90s, through the eyes and ears of key figures from each decade.

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New Classical Tracks: Enchanting, Exhilarating: Choral Works from Latvia

New Classical Tracks: Enchanting, Exhilarating: Choral Works from Latvia

The nation of Latvia, on the Baltic Sea, has a rich musical tradition, but in 1975, one choir discovered that there was a dearth of Christmas music for them to perform in concert, and decided to do something about it.
by Julie Amacher

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Considering the life of Mary in music

Considering the life of Mary in music

This Sunday people will gather at a Twin Cities chapel to hear the story of Mary, mother of Jesus. It's not a sermon, but a musical concert, by local folk singer Ruth MacKenzie.
by Marianne Combs

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Winter music and musings on a singing career

Winter music and musings on a singing career

Singer-songwriter Keri Noble questioned her commitment to writing hits when the industry asked her to sound more like Norah Jones. She also talks about her strict Christian upbringing in a Spanish-speaking congregation in Detroit, and how she made it big in Japan.

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Sun sets on the Morning Show

Sun sets on the Morning Show

MPR's Morning Show hosts Dale Connelly and Jim Ed Poole join Gary Eichten on the eve of their final program.

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New Classical Tracks: A bountiful package of musical memories

Leroy Anderson wrote a perennial holiday classic with his "Sleigh Ride." But it was only one of several pieces he wrote for this festive time of year. Now, they've all been brought together on one CD.
by Julie Amacher

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Folk music legend Odetta dies at 77

Folk music legend Odetta dies at 77

Odetta, the folk singer with the powerful voice who moved audiences and influenced fellow musicians for a half-century, has died. She was 77.

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Music and the shaping of humanity

Music and the shaping of humanity

A musician-turned neuroscientist suggests that evolution had a hand in how we respond to music. He chose six songs as examples of how we achieve cooperative goals like acquiring knowledge and love. He also explains why The Beatles' failure to imitate their musical heroes made them stars.

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New Classical Tracks: Fresh holiday offerings from John Rutter

New Classical Tracks: Fresh holiday offerings from John Rutter

The music of John Rutter and the Cambridge Singers has been a familiar part of the Christmas season for decades. But this new disc is their first all-new Christmas recording in 20 years.
by Julie Amacher

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