WQXR Editorial
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We Must Breathe – Why it is important to talk about race and racism in the context of classical music
Why we must talk about race and racism in the context of classical music because like all art it is embedded in and an expression of the society it is a project of. Jun 2, 2020
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On Taking Lip [Service]
Influential and powerful brands and companies have expressed support of mass demonstrations against anti-black violence. But how far do words go? Jun 2, 2020
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A New Brand of Opera for a Brand New World: The Radio Operas of the 20th Century
In the early days of radio, some composers experimented with writing operas for the new medium - here are some of the most noteable. Jun 2, 2020
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Four Years After Its Premiere, How Does Breaking the Waves Hold Up?
In the wake of #metoo, this opera is a difficult watch. May 28, 2020
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A Conductor’s Lament – A Maestro’s Perspective on The New Normal
Conductor / composer Steven Mercurio's perspective on the new normal May 28, 2020
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From Opera House to Starbucks: A Brief History of NYC‘s Bygone Opera Houses
Walking you through opera houses of past, present, and even... future? May 21, 2020
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Latest / Greatest: May 2020
Zev Kane, host of WQXR's new release show Latest/Greatest, rounds up May's best classical new releases. May 18, 2020
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RAMADAN KARIM – Memories from Cairo by WQXR's Nimet Habachy
WQXR's Nimet Habachy shares her memories of Ramadan in her hometown Cairo. May 13, 2020
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From Piano to Dreamer: The Inspiring Story of Tereza Lee
How one teenage pianist went from winning a contest to perform with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra to inspiring a major social and political movement. May 12, 2020
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Bernstein’s Mass on PBS: A Multi-Cultural Tour de Force? Or Should Jacqueline Onassis Have Asked For Her Money Back?
With PBS's upcoming broadcast of Leonard Bernstein's Mass, is it time to take a look at this divisive magnum opus? May 12, 2020