WQXR's 2014 Holiday Specials
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A Chanukah Celebration Across the Globe
Journey into the rich melodic traditions of countries where Jews have lived and worshiped. Hear performances from East of the River, Shashmaqam and the Marty Levitt Klezmer Orchestra. Dec 18, 2014
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Light and Gold: The Music of Eric Whitacre
Today at 4 pm, superstar choral composer and conductor Eric Whitacre shares Christmas favorites with co-host Brian Newhouse. Dec 16, 2014
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A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
Join us on Wednesday at 10 am for a live broadcast from the chapel of King’s College in Cambridge for the legendary Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols service. Dec 15, 2014
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My Christmas Eve Encounter with Leonard Bernstein
In my wildest dreams I never imagined I would spend Christmas Eve in 1989 at the home of Leonard Bernstein. But strange and wonderful things went with being the all-night DJ on WQXR. Dec 14, 2014
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Watch: American Boychoir Presents Songs of the Season
The American Boychoir, fresh off an appearance at the Toronto Film Festival, comes to WQXR to perform some festive holiday music. Watch the videos. Dec 13, 2014
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Searching for Messiah, in Dublin and New York
New Yorkers is home to various annual Messiah performances but Dublin is where it all got started. Blogger Fred Plotkin visits the site of the premiere. Dec 12, 2014
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A Christmas Carol: A Radio Drama
Watch the archived webcast of the radio drama inspired by Charles Dickens' classic tale featuring your favorite public radio personalities. Dec 8, 2014
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Handel's Messiah Gets a French Twist
Le Concert d'Astrée delivers the standout recording in this year's crop of Messiah releases. Read more and get a free download. Dec 5, 2014
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WQXR's 2014 Holiday Gift Guide
We've collected 15 notable gifts for the classical lover on your list this holiday season, for those who proudly wear their love of music on their sleeve to those who listen to it. Dec 4, 2014
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WQXR's 2014 Classical Countdown
Last month we asked you to vote for your top five favorite classical pieces. Based on your responses, we closed out 2014 by counting down the 100 most-requested pieces. Dec 3, 2014
