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Comfort, joy and holiday cheer: the 2024 Sound of the Season is here

CLICK HERE: Download a printable Sound of the Season schedule! During the holiday season, you’ll find warmth, community and good cheer in all directions.
By Jessie Jacobs
Music

Can a newcomer make it all the way? Your votes will decide in the 2024 Carol Countdown quarterfinal

Let’s go, top eight! Your votes decided which beloved tunes made it to the quarterfinals, and the voting for Round 3 is on now!
By Jessie Jacobs
Music

Are the “Silver Bells” ringing or is it a “Silent Night?” Vote in Round 2 of our 2024 Carol Countdown now!

Need a little break? Get away from the grind, grab a cup of coffee or cider, and vote now in Round 2 of the 2024 Carol Countdown!
By Jessie Jacobs
Music

Let the 2024 Carol Countdown begin!

Voting season is over — or is it? That’s right, it’s time for CPR Classical’s 16th annual Carol Countdown!
By Jessie Jacobs
Arts

Colorado composer Ofer Ben-Amots talks Jewish tradition and song on ‘Hanukkah Reflections’

Host Monika Vischer and Colorado composer Ofer Ben-Amots share in song and story celebrating the miracle of Hanukkah.
By CPR Classical Staff
Music

The 12 Days of Carols: Stories about some of your favorite Christmas carols

You probably know all the words to "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," but have you ever wondered why the same lyrics that "wish you a Merry Christmas" also demand "some figgy pudding"?
By Karla Walker
Music

Feliz Navidad! An hour of Christmas in Latin America

Join Jessie Jacobs and special guest Fernando Villanea for a Christmas adventure through Cuba, Venezuela, Mexico, Puerto Rico and more in “Feliz Navidad.”
By Jessie Jacobs
Music

Winter contemplation and celebration on ’December Solstice’

The cold winter is longest in mid-December when the days have grown short and the earth’s northern hemisphere is tilted away from the sun.
By Patty Painter-Wakefield
Music

‘Dreaming Of A Black Christmas’ With CPR Classical’s Playlist Of Black Spirituals For The Season

By M. Roger Holland II I woke up recently and contemplated CPR Classical’s “Shout for Joy!”
By CPR Classical Staff
Arts

CPR Classical’s ‘Comfort And Joy’ Shares Holiday Music From Colorado Artists

Comfort and Joy celebrates the partnership between Colorado Public Radio and the classical performing community.
By Colorado Public Radio Staff
Music

Our Perfect Soundtrack For Thanksgiving Dinner: See Which Classical Pieces Go With Cranberry Sauce

American classical favorites for cooking, dining or relaxing with a full-belly!
By CPR Classical Staff
Music

Listen live to Met Opera broadcasts on Saturdays

The Met’s award-winning series of Saturday radio broadcasts returns with an extraordinary lineup, company premieres, new productions, and classic repertory favorites.
By Scott Clemens
Music

United in Music: Finding Common Ground

Join us for a special hour of music devoted to conquering divides, bringing together disparate groups and finding common ground.
By Kabin Thomas and Monika Vischer

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