James Bennett II

The renowned author spoke with morning host Jeff Spurgeon about his new book detailing the genesis, premiere and enduring legacy of Handel's oratorio.

The duo plays a few hits from a long time ago, and a galaxy far, far away.

Did any of your favorites make the list?

It's one of the more unique audience behaviors in classical music, but why do we do it?

“Mozart in the Jungle” returns on February 16. Watch the trailer here.

Cool, calm and collected. Quick thinking must be a requirement for the principal oboe position.

For one violinist the answer is seven. Listen to him blend Mendelssohn, Bruch, Beethoven and more.

Turns out that the former New York Philharmonic music director has been a huge fan of WQXR's overnight host since his youth.

Following allegations of sexual misconduct, a number of institutions have severed ties with James Levine. Here is a rundown of coverage and reactions from classical music critics.

A story of strings and hammers and picks — and all the mechanics involved.

Listen, we love Jean Sibelius as much as the next classical community, but he wasn't the only Finnish composer to make an impact.

The sounds of violins getting made is just as great as the finished instruments themselves. Make sure you have your headphones on for this one.

Here's a step-by-step look at how the strings — and their warm, dulcet tones — come to be. 

We've made you a playlist to pair with your Thanksgiving leftovers — because nothing goes better with turkey sandwiches than the unfinished works of Bach, Mahler, Mozart and more.

The Siberian baritone died at the age of 55 on November 22. We remember his powerful voice and incredible spirit.

The actress and singer passed away at the age of 86, and we can't stop listening to her opera-inspired 1959 hit.

Her performance of a piece of early music by Perotin breaks an over 500-year-old taboo.

Because we all need a little more Thanksgiving music in our lives, enjoy this full spread of music inspired by America.

Calling the opening of this movement “startling” is a bit of an understatement.

Amy Dickson shows us how it's done.