WQXR Features

Queens Classical Kids Fair!

Join WQXR at the Queens Theatre for a Classical Kids Fair! Experience crafts, live performances and an instrument petting zoo. Admission is free! Oct 23, 2022

Have You Heard? | Dvořák Symphonies 7–9 Gustavo Dudamel, Los Angeles Philharmonic

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. Sep 26, 2022

New Sounds at 40: Julia Wolfe's Exclusive Interview with John Schaefer

To celebrate 40 years of New Sounds, WQXR turns the mic around on John Schaefer in an exclusive interview with Pulitzer prize-winning composer Julia Wolfe. Sep 14, 2022

"If Music Be the Food of Love, Play On:" The Life of Clara Schumann

WQXR reviews highlights from Clara Schumann's illustrious life— from compositions to performances, to music historian conspiracies, we’ve covered it all. Sep 13, 2022

2022-23 Met Opera Radio Broadcast Season Announced

With three Metropolitan Opera premieres and a well-rounded selection of verismo and bel canto classics, the upcoming radio broadcast season has something for every operavore. Sep 1, 2022

Carnegie Hall Live Encores Series

So nice, we're playing them twice! Before the 2022-23 Carnegie Hall Live season begins on September 29, you have a final chance to hear highlights from the 2021-22 season. Aug 5, 2022

Open-Air & Air-Conditioned NYC Concerts to Enjoy in August

This month, we’re serving a healthy batch of sizzlin’ summer open-air concerts, plus the lowdown on a number of air-conditioned classical events. Aug 1, 2022

Around The Country In 25 Operas

You’re thinking of taking a summer road trip with music in mind, but you’re not sure where to go. We’ve mapped out the best destinations for summer stock opera in the United States. Jul 19, 2022