WQXR Editorial
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12 Waltzes By Johann Strauss Jr. Not Named "The Blue Danube"
With the annual Vienna Philharmonic New Year's Concert upon us, we dig into the compositions Johann Strauss Jr.'s for 12 great waltzes NOT named "The Blue Danube." Oct 25, 2026
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Leonard Bernstein: Through His Daughter's Eyes
A photo gallery of Leonard Bernstein taken from his daughter Jamie's archives. Aug 25, 2026
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Composers & Musicians with Their Classical Canines
Happy International Dog Day! See composers & musicians with their classical canines. Aug 20, 2026
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5 Notable Performances from Bayreuth's Long History
Bayreuth has long been a staple festival of the opera world. Here are five years that really made their mark. Aug 13, 2026
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Composers and Their Classical Cats
Happy International Cat Day! See some composers and their classical cats. Aug 8, 2026
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Summertime Classical Pieces For Maximum Chill
Listen through these pieces to hear music that reminds us of summer in expected, and unexpected, ways. Jul 8, 2026
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Classical Dads
In addition to calling them musical geniuses, many of our favorite composers also went by "Dad." Jun 21, 2026
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20 Great Music Compositions Inspired by Shakespeare
Here are just a few of our favorite musical masterpieces inspired by the Bard’s imaginative, unforgettable storytelling. Apr 22, 2026
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8 Women In the Classical World Who Did It First (Part 2)
Here are eight composers and musicians we’re celebrating this Women's History Month. Mar 9, 2026
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Notable Firsts For Women In the Classical World (Part 1)
This Women's History Month, we reflect on how far the classical world has come, and how far it has to go. Mar 1, 2026
