WQXR Features

Latest / Greatest: July 2020

From heart-rending Bach arias to a mystical work by Anna Clyne, here are our favorite recordings released last month. Jul 21, 2020

The Evolution of the Film Score Theme

Movie music is about as old as cinema itself and an effective film score theme can absorb you into the film’s world, and even get stuck in your head for days to come. Jul 9, 2020

Listen: Embrace Everything

Explore Mahler’s First Symphony during this one-hour special, Tuesday at 9. Jul 7, 2020

Juneteenth: “The Black Experience in the Concert Hall”

On Friday, June 19th, WQXR honors Juneteenth with a live call-in special, “The Black Experience in the Concert Hall” hosted by Terrance McKnight. Jun 20, 2020

Juneteenth: Celebrating Black Classical Artistry on WQXR

On Friday, June 19th, WQXR will honor Juneteenth with a 24-hour music marathon celebrating black classical artistry and a live call-in special, hosted by Terrance McKnight. Jun 18, 2020

Watch: WQXR Celebrates Pride

WQXR’s Second Annual Pride show celebrating the LGBTQ+ community continues this year with a virtual video concert from the homes of some of the world’s most legendary performers. Jun 18, 2020

Watch: Heritage & Harmony

Video series featuring leading musicians of Asian descent performing modern and traditional works by Asian composers in celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and beyond. May 28, 2020