Instrumentalists throughout our state are safely gathering for rehearsals and audiences are ready for a successful return to the stage. Imagine the thrill of that first downbeat from the Maestro!

Maybe it’s the melody that captures your imagination, or the turn of a phrase, or perhaps it just feels deeply familiar on that first listen. CPR Classical wants to know what piece helped you fall in love with classical music.

Labor Day Weekend feels like a transition from summer--CPR Classical airs 100+ hours of listening for the long stretch.

Colorado Symphony is back at Boettcher Hall with an astounding calendar. First up, guest conductor Peter Oundjain leads the orchestra with legendary pianist Emanuel Ax.

Director Nathan Hall positions "Unbound" as a "multimedia, musical kink show." The new work incorporates classical music and intimacy while striving to change audience perceptions of both desire and opera.

Unweathered by stormy conditions, conductor Peter Oundjian, cellist Alisa Weilerstein, and visiting composer Joan Tower gave life to A New Day.

When not in Colorado, Scott Yoo also leads the Mexico City Philharmonic, the Festival Mosaic in California, and appears on the newest episodes of “Now Hear This” on PBS.

The first several decades of 4th of July celebrations meant nothing to those who were enslaved. What was there to celebrate? M. Roger Holland, II shares why Juneteenth takes on a meaning of independence. And it’s all related to the spiritual “Great Gettin’ Up Morning” as part of Journey to Freedom: The Spirituals Radio Project.

In-person 4th of July celebrations are back! We’ve put together a list of places around the state to see and hear live classical music and celebrate the holiday! If you have questions about any of the events, please contact the linked organizations directly. Now grab your sparklers and let’s get patriotic!

M. Roger Holland, II and CPR Classical Program Director Monika Vischer discuss the double meanings many spirituals held to the enslaved community in Journey to Freedom: The Spirituals Radio Project.

Ready to unmask your enthusiasm for live music? Let CPR Classical take you to some of the most breathtaking mountains, valleys and towns in Colorado this summer from the comfort of your own home with Summerfest 2021.

We've rounded up our favorite recordings of pieces by some of the most towering names in classical music. Listen May 27-31; it’s one essential after another for over one hundred hours!

Winners have been selected! Congratulations to Sally Wagner and Marie Valenzuela! CPR Classical Presents Central City Opera at Levitt Pavilion on Sunday, May 23 at 2:00 p.m.! We want YOU to be sitting in the VIP area so you’ll have the best seat when we greet you from the stage.

Could it be that Colorado’s large bovine audience could benefit from a little more classical music? Danish cows are treated to concerts by students from the Scandinavian Cello School, and it’s a joy for both species! Check it out!

We’re celebrating the achievements of the Class of 2021, students whose entire senior year took place in a global pandemic, by putting them on the air! Thanks to all seniors who participated in sharing your musical requests and stories. Be sure to listen to our on-air musical Graduation Ceremony on CPR Classical!

Colorado Matters host Ryan Warner from CPR News paid special tribute to CPR Classical’s Ray White last week. Ray hosted afternoons on CPR Classical for the last year and a half. He was the warm, welcoming voice who greeted you at the end of your workday.