From the Top, distributed by NPR, features the astounding performances and captivating personal stories of extraordinary classically-trained young musicians from across the country.
Broadcast on nearly 200 stations nationwide, From the Top is the most popular one-hour weekly syndicated classical program on public radio.
Hosted by pianist Peter Dugan, along with a team of regularly appearing co-hosts, From the Top delights listeners of all ages and backgrounds with its good humor and its inspiring young people.
Peter Dugan collaborates with the young musicians at the piano and his co-hosts — including violinist Tessa Lark, clarinetist Alex Laing, pianist Orli Shaham and violinist Charles Yang — widen the musical perspective of the program both in performance and conversation.
It’s great music and great kids.
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Clarinetist Ian Dodd appears on this week's episode of From the Top. -
This week's episode of "From the Top" was recorded at Interlochen Public Radio and features students from Interlochen Arts Academy and across the state of Michigan. -
Flutist Madelyn Zoller and trombonist Edwin Osorio each appear on this week's episode of From the Top. -
Joaquín Chávez, originally from Callao, Peru, studied clarinet at Interlochen Arts Academy. He recorded his From the Top session in IPR's Studio A, where he performed music of Malcolm Arnold. -
Grand Rapids native Julia LaGrand has spearheaded programming with From the Top for classical musicians who have disabilities. -
Val recorded music of Vaughan Williams in IPR's Studio A for this episode of From the Top. -
Lydia recorded music of Bruce Broughton in IPR's Studio A for this episode of From the Top. -
Sigmon performed Homage a Manuel de Falla by Béla Kovács. -
Clarinetist and recent Interlochen Arts Academy graduate Najee Greenlee and student colleagues are featured on this week's program. -
Elizabeth Perez-Hickman just graduated from Interlochen Arts Academy and will be featured on this week's episode.
