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YourClassical MPR: Join us for a celebration of Dale Warland's 90th birthday

March 13, 2022

 At 3 p.m. Sunday, March 13, YourClassical MPR will broadcast the Dale Warland Tribute Concert, hosted by Steve Staruch, to celebrate the 90th birthday of the choral legend. The Singers will honor Warland's legacy through the presentation of works near and dear to his heart, curated by his protégé Matthew Culloton. A new work by Timothy C. Takach, with poetry by Brian Newhouse, will be given its world premiere performance, and the program will include a Dale Warland Singers Alumni Choir. Newhouse, a former member of the Dale Warland Singers and a broadcast host/producer for many of their concerts, shares his memories of working with Warland.

YourClassical Storytime - 'Why the Bear Sleeps All Winter'

March 11, 2022

Rabbit has a problem. After working hard all year to gather vegetables for the winter, Bear comes along and eats them up! What is Rabbit to do? Find out how Rabbit gets out of this mess in the African-American folktale Why the Bear Sleeps All Winter, the new YourClassical Storytime episode — featuring Jeffrey Yelverton, with music by Scott Joplin and illustrations by Xee Reiter and Al Reiter.

March Music Madness: Best Albums of 1992

March 11, 2022

The return of March Music Madness is a throwback to the 1990s — 1992, to be specific. It’s hard to believe it was 30 years ago that Mall of America opened, the Metrodome hosted the NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four, and CDs were absolutely everywhere. Create your bracket on thecurrent.org before March 14

LineCheck: How Minnesota musicians are thriving on TikTok

March 9, 2022

The Current presets LineCheck: How Minnesota musicians are thriving on TikTok.   Social media tips from local artists Xavier Goodman, Durry, and Mark Mallman for using the TikTok platform to extend artistic reach.   Thursday, March 10 12 noon CT FREE Registration Link

Moment of Um

March 9, 2022

What are eyebrows for? Why do words sound funny when repeated? How do snakes smell with their noses? Find the bite-sized answers to big questions like these and more via Moment of Um, a podcast from Brains On!

Rock the Garden 2022 Tickets

March 7, 2022

Tickets for Rock the Garden are now available to the public! This is an event that you don’t want to miss. See you at The Walker Art Center on June 11! There is an 8-ticket per purchase limit. Tickets: rockthegardenfestival.com/tickets

Nominate the 2022 Classical Woman of the Year

March 4, 2022

Performance Today is thrilled to announce its search for the 2022 Classical Woman of the Year. You are invited to nominate a living woman who has greatly influenced the classical scene. You do not need to know her personally. The primary qualification is that she has made a significant contribution to the art form or your appreciation of it. Who do you think has earned her spot in history books?

Rock the Garden 2022 Walker | MPR Member Ticket Presale

March 3, 2022

Music returns to the garden. Channel alternative energies with great music in the great outdoors! Enjoy two stages of indie music, food trucks, and beer tents while you soak up the sights and sounds of summer in the iconic Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. It’s a perfect summer day. Experience it all on June 11. Rock the Garden 2022 Walker | MPR Member Ticket Presale Thursday, March 3, 10 am $79 General Admission (discount only available during presale) $300 VIP We thank our members, who make programs like Rock the Garden possible! Member-priced tickets are only available during the presale and require a Member number. Don’t know your membership number? Walker members, call: 612-375-7655; MPR members: 1-800-228-7123.