SLSO
This dazzling sonic journey explores powerful natural phenomena through music. Conductor Dalia Stasevska makes her SLSO debut with Debussy’s La Mer, and multi-talented artist Aphrodite Patoulidou performs Luciano Berio’s Folk Songs and introduces Sibelius’ Luonnotar with an improvisation on the nyckelharpa, a traditional Swedish keyed fiddle.
Provided by ArtsKC - Kansas City's Regional Arts Council
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United States Information ServiceClassical music is often based on fictional drama, but the history of the art form is riddled with macabre and mysterious stories. Contributor Samantha Jones shares some eerie examples. -
Julie Denesha/KCUR 89.3The groundbreaking ceremony marks a long anticipated turning point for the conservatory. The performing arts center expansion will include state-of-the-art theater space and equipment, two dance rehearsal rooms and expansive music rehearsal and performance spaces. -
Photo courtesy Mary Buell.After months of recovery and physical therapy, Shawnee Mission West student Abby Buell has rejoined the marching band on the field. -
Courtesy of YSKCThere are many proven benefits for children who study the performing arts, but this pursuit can come with financial burdens. Thankfully, there are many local organizations that provide free or reduced tuition opportunities for qualifying area youth. -
WFMTComposer, conductor, former Kansas City Symphony music director, and longtime radio host Bill McGlaughlin has died at the age of 82. In his final story for Classical KC, he shares his unorthodox musical journey and offers a simple message: music is one of the most rewarding paths a young person can take. -
Jason Hornick/NSDARMusic plays a big role in the annual National Society Daughters of the American Revolution conference in Washington D.C. Meet the Kansas woman who has curated the music and accompanied the choir.
