WQXR Features
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A Seat in the Listening Room: John Schaefer Reflects on Bob Sherman’s Legacy
“Bob’s knack for pulling back the curtain and revealing the people who made the music was incredibly important for me as an aspiring college radio DJ.” Jun 5, 2023
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Classical Around Town | June 2023
WQXR's monthly feature “Classical Around Town” spotlights classical music concerts in your community, from the five boroughs to New Jersey, Westchester, Long Island and beyond. Jun 2, 2023
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10 Contemporary LGBTQ+ Composers to Listen to This Pride Month
LGBTQ+ composers who continue to define the modern soundscape of contemporary classical music. Jun 2, 2023
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3-Minute Opera: Mozart's Die Zauberflöte
Morning Host Jeff Spurgeon explains Mozart's magical opera in just three minutes. Jun 1, 2023
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Bob Sherman Announces His Retirement
Longtime WQXR host Robert Sherman has announced his plan to retire after 68 years on the air. May 25, 2023
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WQXR Classical Kids Fair in Brooklyn
WQXR is heading back to Brooklyn for a Classical Kids Fair at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum! May 9, 2023
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Have You Heard? | "Home" by Eric Whitacre with VOCES8
Every month, WQXR Music Coordinator Quentin Neroes reviews a great new recording. He'll tell you why it’s worth listening to and you just might discover your new favorite record. May 8, 2023
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Classical Around Town | May 2023
WQXR's monthly feature “Classical Around Town” spotlights classical music concerts in your community, from the five boroughs to New Jersey, Westchester, Long Island and beyond. May 1, 2023
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Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Every day at 5pm throughout May we’ll be featuring music performed, composed, or conducted by artists of Asian descent. May 1, 2023
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Have You Heard? | "Prisma" by Goldmund Quartet
Every month, WQXR Music Coordinator Quentin Neroes reviews a great new recording. He'll tell you why it’s worth listening to and you just might discover your new favorite record. Apr 17, 2023
