Classical music

It’s hard to make music when a deadly virus is making the rounds. On this episode of Talk of Iowa, host Charity Nebbe is joined by maestros and educators from the symphony, college and K-12 level to explore how the pandemic is impacting the state’s music community.

Nathan Carterette performed "Poets of the Piano: Heroes and Icons" on IPR's Virtual Steinway Cafe Tuesday, Aug. 18 at noon.

With the upcoming arts seasons in limbo, the Des Moines Symphony has re-imagined their 2020-2021 concert lineup.

Midway through 2020, here are four notable new releases exploring music outside the classical 'core repertory.'

On this episode of Talk of Iowa, we're taking a deep dive into the history and modern role of classical music.

Saturday on IPR Classical, you have a chance to hear John Holiday, a renowned countertenor, perform in the Des Moines Metro Opera’s rendition of “Flight.”

In the 1960s, Reagon was a founding member of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee's Freedom Singers. In 1988, she spoke to Fresh Airabout the songs she sang as an activist.

The closure of churches due to the coronavirus could have long-lasting effects on congregations. Some people say they have become more connected with their faith, while others may be drifting away.

Even long-time Iowans might not realize how many composers our state has produced. Here are five videos of their music being played by other Iowans. Know…