https://www.classicalkc.org/features Articles and features en-US Copyright Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:59:25 GMT https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-04-01/this-cellist-is-showing-classical-musicians-how-to-lighten-up Cellist Nicholas Canellakis is a serious classical musician, but as a content creator he has made millions laugh and offered a new perspective on an artist's life. Classical KC speaks with Canellakis ahead of a Kansas City performance. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:59:25 GMT https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-04-01/this-cellist-is-showing-classical-musicians-how-to-lighten-up Libby Hanssen, Sam Wisman https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-03-04/kansas-city-harp-players-take-inspiration-from-the-instruments-irish-roots Backed by centuries of history and artistry, the harp is entrenched throughout Irish society and culture. After a year studying in Dublin, contributor Brooke Knoll plucks fun facts from the past and present of the Irish harp. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:30:00 GMT https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-03-04/kansas-city-harp-players-take-inspiration-from-the-instruments-irish-roots Brooke Knoll, Sam Wisman https://www.classicalkc.org/podcast/up-to-date/2026-02-07/kc-soundcheck-joyce-didonato Grammy award-winning opera singer Joyce DiDonato brings her latest album tour home to Kansas City. “Emily – No Prisoner Be,” explores the work of one of America’s greatest poets, Emily Dickinson. Sat, 07 Feb 2026 17:32:29 GMT https://www.classicalkc.org/podcast/up-to-date/2026-02-07/kc-soundcheck-joyce-didonato Steve Kraske, Elizabeth Ruiz https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-02-04/local-musicians-keep-the-kansas-city-ballet-moving Nearly every Kansas City Ballet rehearsal, class and performance has live music - something that is increasingly rare in the dance world. Classical KC takes you behind the scenes with some of these flexible Kansas City musicians. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:24:02 GMT https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-02-04/local-musicians-keep-the-kansas-city-ballet-moving Libby Hanssen, Sam Wisman https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-29/searching-for-america-in-song-with-historian-jill-lepore With a song from 1759 as a mile marker, pianist Lara Downes and historian Jill Lepore examine what this land was like just before it became the United States. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:43:46 GMT https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-29/searching-for-america-in-song-with-historian-jill-lepore Lara Downes https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-27/as-venezuelas-future-remains-uncertain-its-symphony-orchestra-reaches-a-new-milestone The Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra's recording of Ravel's Boléro is up for a Grammy nomination for best orchestral performance. The recognition comes at a turbulent moment for Venezuela, but the orchestra remains focused on the music. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-27/as-venezuelas-future-remains-uncertain-its-symphony-orchestra-reaches-a-new-milestone Isabella Gomez Sarmiento https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-23/where-are-kcur-and-classical-kc-moving-your-relocation-faqs-answered KCUR and Classical KC were given just over a month to vacate our longtime offices. Here's what we know so far about the move, and what we don't. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:17:55 GMT https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-23/where-are-kcur-and-classical-kc-moving-your-relocation-faqs-answered Karen Campbell https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-21/denyce-graves-sings-her-swan-song-on-met-stage Mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves is retiring from the stage after a last performance as Maria in the Gershwins' Porgy and Bess at the Metropolitan Opera, and looking ahead to directing and mentoring. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:49:09 GMT https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-21/denyce-graves-sings-her-swan-song-on-met-stage Michel Martin, Olivia Hampton https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-14/break-the-university-bubble-with-classical-kcs-rodrigo-camargo Composer and UMKC Conservatory student Rodrigo Camargo is working with Classical KC to showcase the best performances from the Conservatory’s archives. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:09:30 GMT https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-14/break-the-university-bubble-with-classical-kcs-rodrigo-camargo Sam Wisman https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-14/from-the-top-tiny-desk-concert A trio of amazing young musicians, from ages nine to 18, give jaw-dropping performances that will bolster your faith in the future of great music making. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www.classicalkc.org/features/2026-01-14/from-the-top-tiny-desk-concert Tom Huizenga