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Hangama Amiri, Reclining Woman on a Sofa, 2022, Muslin, cotton, polyester, chiffon, silk, gauze cotton, inkjet silk print, paper, velvet, denim, suede, faux leather, and found fabric, 55 x 59½ inches. Courtesy of the artist and COOPER COLE, Toronto.

Hangama Amiri's 'Reclining Woman on a Sofa' // 'My Ineffable Love for You' by Qais Essar

Hangama Amiri, Bazaar, Cotton, chiffon, muslin, silk, suede, digitally woven textile, camouflage fabric, sari textile, inkjet prints on paper and canvas, paper, plastic, acrylic paint, marker, polyester, table cloth, faux leather, and found fabric, 168 x 312 inches. Courtesy of the artist and T293, Rome.

Hangama Amiri's 'Bazaar' // 'Laïla Djân' by Ensemble Kaboul and Hesperion XXI

Stanislav Ioudenitch and Mikhail Voskresensky at the Classical KC studios

88 keys and 88 years: A Russian pianist defects then performs in Kansas City

Pianists Mikhail Voskresensky and Stanislav Ioudenitch join Classical KC's Christy L'Esperance for an extended conversation about Mikhail's life and music ahead of his performance in Kansas City. Mikhail shares the story of his harrowing escape during a Nazi attack when he was six years old, and how that experience helped motivate his choice to leave Russia in protest of their 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

Hangama Amiri, Departure, 2022, Muslin, cotton, polyester, clear vinyl, iridescent paper, faux leather, chiffon, and found fabric, 68½ x 85 inches. Courtesy of the artist and T293, Rome.

Hangama Amiri's 'Departure' // 'In Road' by Milad Mohammadi

José Ramírez and Victor Díaz perform a Colombian pasillo

For 2 Colombian musicians, Kansas City has become a place to hone their skills — and call home

Violist Victor Diaz and violinist Jose Ramirez stopped by the Classical KC studio to play Colombian music and to talk about life as international music students in Kansas City.

Ronan Tynan, Declan Kelly and Anthony Kearns of the Irish Tenors.

The Irish Tenors bring meaningful music and hearty laughs to Kansas City

Celebrating 25 years as one of Ireland's most acclaimed musical ambassadors, the Irish Tenors are set to perform in Kansas City on March 6. Christy L'Esperance speaks with all three about their early inspirations, Irish culture in America and what makes their performances unique.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during the first half of the AFC Championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 20, 2019, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

'Oh say can you' ... sing? Here's what it's like to perform the national anthem at sporting events

Before the Chiefs face the 49ers this Sunday at the Super Bowl, hands will be placed over hearts as Reba McEntire sings the national anthem. Learn more about the history of this musical tradition from some Kansas City musicians who have taken to the field to perform themselves.

Got spring fever? Here are free classical concerts in Kansas City this March to help lure you outside

If you’ve been feeling a little stir crazy and want a musical staycation, March is the perfect time to venture outside and enjoy some live music. Whether you’re a long time fan of classical music or you just need an excuse to get out of the house, here’s a list of free concerts and performances in the Kansas City area to enjoy.

Classical sensibilities blend with Argentinian rhythms in Ginastera's 'Variaciones concertantes'

This upcoming weekend, the Kansas City Symphony will be performing an electric, dance-inducing piece of music by the Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera. Learn more about this piece of music that showcases the unique sounds of the orchestra and will get your toes tapping.

A red and yellow image of Travis Kelce pointing a finger upwards at the words 91.9 Classical Kelce

91.9 Classical KC is now 91.9 Classical KelCe

Following the back-to-back Super Bowl wins for the Chiefs, 91.9 Classical KelCe is committed to programming music that honors the Chiefs' championship ring cycle with a moniker that pays homage to the team's star tight end.

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