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New Classical Tracks
Wednesday, 5:01PM; Saturday, 9:01AM
Hosted by Julie Amacher

Host Julie Amacher provides an in-depth exploration of a new classical music release each week.

  • Jan Lisiecki presents two Mozart piano concerti on latest recording
    On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pianist Jan Lisiecki presents two piano concerti by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart on his latest recording with conductor Manfred Honeck and the Bamberg Symphony. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
  • Yolanda Kondonassis and Reena Esmail reflect on Earth and the environment
    On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ harpist Yolanda Kondonassis releases her latest project, ‘Terra Infirma,’ featuring world premiere recordings of new works by composer Reena Esmail. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
  • Time for Three, Joyce DiDinato and Kevin Puts bring Emily Dickinson's poetry to life
    On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ the Time for Three ensemble and mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato bring the poetry of Emily Dickinson to life with music by Kevin Puts. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
  • JoAnn Falletta and the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra tell 'Fairy Tales'
    On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ conductor JoAnn Falletta and the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra bring Igor Stravinsky’s ‘Fairy Tales’ to light on their latest album. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
  • Gil Shaham, Eric Jacobson and the Virginia Symphony Orchestra perform Coleridge-Taylor
    On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ violinist Gil Shaham performs Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s Violin Concerto alongside conductor Eric Jacobson and the Virginia Symphony Orchestra. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
  • Leif Ove and Solveig Andsnes honor Norwegian composer Geirr Tveitt
    On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes pays tribute to Norwegian composer Geirr Tveitt on his latest project featuring the composer’s only piano sonata, as well as folk tunes and songs performed by Andsnes’ sister: vocalist Solveig Andsnes. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
  • Bassoonist Frank Morelli's latest record reflects on his many life experiences
    On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ bassoonist Frank Morelli presents his latest album From the Soul; a record that reflects the many life experiences he’s had during his exceptional career. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!
  • Gautier Capucon shows gratitude for Mother Earth on new album
    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!
  • Jonathan Biss and Caroline Shaw respond to Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3
    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!
  • Sarah Kirkland Snider presents an album of only orchestral works
    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!