Matinee Classics

Monday - Friday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Classical IPR

Classical IPR's Matinee Classics is the soundtrack for your afternoon. Enjoy just the right mix of long plays, familiar favorites and a few surprises. 

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In Studio A with Pianists Richard Gao and Wenbo Xing

By • Oct 3, 2019
Interlochen piano students Richard Gao (left) and Wenbo Xing (right) will perform works of Chopin and Liszt in "Collage."

Pianists Richard Gao and Wenbo Xing will perform tonight and tomorrow night as part of Interlochen Arts Academy’s interdisciplinary evening, Collage.

The two pianists visited Studio A to perform works of Chopin ("Etude in A minor Opus 25 No. 11") and Liszt ("Sounds in the Forest").

They told us a little bit about their interests outside the piano. They are both students of Michael Coonrod.

Hear the performances and interviews below.

In Studio A with Tubist Dr. Richard White

By • Sep 25, 2019
Dr. Richard A. White, principal tubist of the New Mexico Philharmonic, talked with IPR and performed in Studio A.

Dr. Richard A. White is a classical tubist known for his clear sound and stylistic flexibility. He is an alumnus of Indiana University and the Peabody Conservatory of Music.

Besides teaching at the University of New Mexico, he is also a motivational speaker.

Dr. White visited IPR's Studio A to perform some nifty tuba work you've probably never heard before, and talk about his favorite - and least favorite - questions that people have about the tuba.

In Studio A With Soprano Angela Yoon

By • Apr 3, 2019
Soprano Angela Yoon performs in the Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall tonight with collaborator Dr. Jason Terry.

Visiting vocal faculty member soprano Angela Yoon is giving a concert in the Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall tonight at 7:30pm. Joining her will be Dr. Jason Terry, a member of the piano faculty at Bradley University.


Oscar-Nominated Film Scores 2017 - Pick your winner!

By • Feb 20, 2017
Pick your favorite 2017 Oscar-nominated film score!

The Academy Awards are coming up on February 28, and it's your turn to pick a winner!

Five films have been nominated for the Best Musical Score Oscar - which is your favorite? Listen to the scores and vote for the one YOU think should win the Oscar this year. See how your pick measures up with Academy voters!

We'll be featuring suites from the scores all week on Classical IPR.

Click through for links to the scores, and to vote in our poll!