WQXR Features
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Joseph Boulogne – The Chevalier of Music and Revolution
A look at the life and works of Joseph Boulogne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. A contemporary of Mozart, Boulogne was a composer, violinist, conductor, and fencer! Apr 28, 2023
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Programming Update: The Evening Concert Hall
WQXR introduces the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and the San Francisco Symphony as part of its Evening Concert Hall series. Apr 13, 2023
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International Women's Day Marathon
WQXR will celebrate the contributions of women composers on International Women's Day in a special marathon featuring 24 hours of music by over 120 women composers. Mar 8, 2023
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A Beautiful Symphony of Brotherhood: A Musical Journey Into the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Host Terrance McKnight interweaves musical examples with Dr. King's own speeches and sermons to illustrate the powerful place that music held in his work. Feb 23, 2023
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New Program: The Evening Concert Hall
Beginning Monday, January 9 through Saturday, April 15, WQXR will feature live concert recordings in the evenings, including more prominent placement for our hometown organizations. Jan 2, 2023
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WQXR Christmas Concert
Tune in for classic carols and a few surprises presented by WQXR hosts. Dec 23, 2022
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A Spiritual Celebration with Terrance McKnight
Terrance McKnight explores the beauty and variety of traditional spirituals that celebrate the Christmas story. Dec 21, 2022
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A New Yorker's Christmas with Nimet Habachy
One of the great WQXR traditions: Host Nimet Habachy's reflections on Christmas in New York. Dec 20, 2022
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Itzhak Perlman's Chanukah Radio Party
Enjoy this rebroadcast of the legendary violinist sharing music and memories of Chanukah. Dec 18, 2022
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Spend Your Holidays with WQXR
This December, tune in for special programming from WQXR to brighten your holiday season. Here is a calendar of December's specials for your enjoyment. Nov 28, 2022
