From the Archives - Winter Dreams

By Frank Byrne,

Sam Wisman

Published January 6, 2026 at 9:22 AM CST

There is an abundance of classical music themed by the seasons. This week we have two works by Russian composers, Glazunov and Tchaikovsky, inspired by the season of winter. Come in out of the cold and enjoy the music.

Compositions and Recordings

The Seasons, Op. 67 - I. Winter
by Alexander Glazunov
Edo de Waart and the Minnesota Orchestra

Symphony No. 1 in G minor, Op. 13 - Winter Dreams
by Peter Tchaikovksy
Michael Tilson Thomas and the Boston Symphony Orchestra

From the Archives with Frank Byrne

Frank Byrne

Frank Byrne is the host of From the Archives.

Sam Wisman

Sam Wisman is Production Director for 91.9 Classical KC and a backup announcer for KCUR 89.3