New Classical Tracks with Julie Amacher
Minnesota Public Radio
Host Julie Amacher provides an in-depth exploration of a new classical music release each week.
Location:
Saint Paul, MN
Description:
Host Julie Amacher provides an in-depth exploration of a new classical music release each week.
Language:
English
Contact:
480 Cedar Street St. Paul, MN 55101 1-800-228-7123
Email:
mail@mpr.org
Episodes
Jonathan Biss and Caroline Shaw respond to Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3
4/15/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pianist Jonathan Biss delivers the final recording of his Beethoven Piano Concerti project: a recording featuring composer Caroline Shaw’s response to Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:29:16
Sarah Kirkland Snider presents an album of only orchestral works
4/8/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ composer Sarah Kirkland Snider presents an album of only orchestral works. The recording features the Metropolis Ensemble and Artistic Director/conductor Andrew Cyr. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:40:09
JoAnn Falletta and the BPO present Behzad Ranjbaran’s Violin Concerto
4/1/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ conductor JoAnn Falleta and the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra present the premiere recording of Iranian-American composer Behzad Ranjbaran’s Violin Concerto. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:17:49
Neave Trio highlights the music of Pejacevic, Chaminade and Schumann
3/25/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ the Neave Trio highlights the music of three women composers that were also performers: Dora Pejačević, Clara Schumann and Cécile Chaminade. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:31:02
Time for Three, Joyce DiDinato and Kevin Puts bring Emily Dickinson's poetry to life
3/11/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ cellist Matt Haimovitz and pianist Christopher O’Riley collaborate on their lates album featuring period instruments and the music of J.S. Bach. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:29:10
Matt Haimovitz and Christopher O’Riley present 'The Bach Dialogues'
3/4/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ cellist Matt Haimovitz and pianist Christopher O’Riley collaborate on their lates album featuring period instruments and the music of J.S. Bach. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:31:01
Orli Shaham and members of the Pacific Symphony weave an 'American Tapestry'
2/23/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pianist Orli Shaham collaborates with members of the Pacific Symphony on her latest chamber music recording: ‘American Tapestry.’ Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:30:19
Gao Hong presents her four new concertos for pipa and orchestra
2/18/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pipa master Gao Hong teams up with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and ‘The President’s Own’ United States Marine Band to perform four original concertos she composed and orchestrated. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:31:58
Gautier Capucon shows gratitude for Mother Earth on new album
2/11/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ French cellist Gautier Capuçon invites composers from various genres to express their concern and gratitude for mother earth and the beauty of nature. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:31:15
Kantorei and Joel Rinsema commission Christopher Tin for new recording
2/4/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ conductor Joel Rinsema and choral ensemble Kantorei present their latest album, featuring a commissioned piece by composer Christopher Tin about holding space for joy in times of darkness. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:29:05
Bertrand Chamayou and Leif Ove Andsnes perform Schubert
1/28/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ French pianist Bertrand Chamayou and Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes collaborate on an album featuring four-hand piano music from the final year of Franz Schubert’s life. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:25:16
'From the Top' celebrates 25 years with new recording
1/21/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ the educational fellowship program, national radio show, and podcast ‘From the Top’ celebrates its silver anniversary with a new digital recording featuring performances by young musicians and guest artists. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:31:08
Musicians of the Old Post Road bring Christoph Graupner's music to life
1/14/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ cellist Dan Ryan and flutist Suzanne Stumpf, the Music Directors of Musicians of the Old Post Road, talk about the ensemble’s latest recording featuring music by Christoph Graupner and more. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:31:00
Pianist Vikingur Olafsson “orbits around” Beethoven’s Opus 109 Piano Sonata
1/7/2026
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson “orbits around” Beethoven’s Opus 109 Piano Sonata on his latest project. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:30:37
Sarah Willis and the Sarahbanda dance the holidays away with 'Cuban Christmas'
12/24/2025
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ horn player Sarah Willis talks about her latest project, a holiday album titled ‘Cuban Christmas’ featuring her band, the Sarahbanda. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:31:04
Jocelyn Hagen and Timothy Takach honor family this holiday season
12/17/2025
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ composers Jocelyn Hagen and Timothy C. Takach highlight the importance of family on their album featuring the VOCES8 Foundation Choir and Orchestra, as well as conductor Barnaby Smith. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:31:23
Chanticleer brings joy to the holiday season with a new album
12/10/2025
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ San Francisco-based vocal ensemble Chanticleer shares its latest Christmas recording, ‘Joy to the World,’ featuring original arrangements and newly commissioned pieces. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:36:47
The Miro Quartet celebrates 30 years with a holiday recording
12/3/2025
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ the renowned Miró Quartet continues its 30th anniversary celebration with its latest album, a holiday-themed recording featuring arrangements by 15 contemporary composers. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:39:56
Marc-Andre Hamelin presents music and sounds he’s unearthed over the years
11/26/2025
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Canadian pianist Marc-André Hamelin explores rare works he’s collected throughout his career on his latest recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:21:26
Carolyn Surrick and the Ensemble Galilei explore hope on their latest recording
11/19/2025
On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ viola da gambist Carolyn Surrick speaks about her latest recording as part of Ensemble Galilei, featuring 35 tracks celebrating 35 years of performing music together. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
Duration:00:38:53