Classical Music

Thomas led the San Francisco Symphony from 1995 to 2020, helping to establish its reputation as a world-class orchestra. In 2021, he was diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, a type of brain cancer.

In an era of more frequent and intense storms, wetlands have become even more valuable — and many have been lost beneath pavement.

The Pulitzer-winning composer, whose unconventional music reflects the rugged landscapes he lives in, talks about his relationship to nature and his new piece Horizon.

A longtime member of the Interlochen staff, Jennifer Wesling is picking up sticks and learning to play percussion in the Act 2 band.

What's the right balance of music and talking on Classical IPR?

In this program, hummingbirds, baseball and other signs of spring are celebrated with music!

On Saturday, April 18 at 1 p.m., hear the Metropolitan Opera's broadcast of "Innocence" by Kaija Saariaho.

"Terra Infirma" features world premiere recordings of works by composer Reena Esmail, performed by harpist Yolanda Kondonassis and Interlochen Arts Academy student musicians.

Linguist and New York Times columnist John McWhorter joins pianist Lara Downs to explore the history of American music as a joyful noise, even in the toughest times.

Revisit the first National High School Orchestra program, presented April 16, 1926 in Detroit's Orchestra Hall.