Sunday Classical

Sundays, 5 to 6 pm

WRTI presents Concerts from the Library of Congress on most Sundays from now until May. Airing in 180 cities around the country, the Concerts from the Library of Congress radio series continues a distinguished broadcast tradition of more than eight decades. Launched in 1925 in the Library's historic Coolidge Auditorium, it's the oldest classical music broadcast series in America.The one-hour programs showcase superb performances by legendary stars of the classical music world. With Bill McGlaughlin as an expert guide, the broadcasts open the vaults of the Library's unparalleled music collections.

APPLAUSE: The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia radio broadcast series continues on the third Sunday of each month. Host Dave Conant brings you the best from the Chamber Orchestra's recent performances and archive recording collection.

Sunday, February 27 Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra 5 to 6 pm    Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra Jeri Lynne Johnson, conductor Works by African-American Composers WRTI presents, for the first time, Philadelphia's newest orchestra - the Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra - led by maestro Jeri Lynne Johnson. Through unique artistic collaborations and an innovative use of technology, the Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra addresses contemporary issues with unique events that connect classical music with literature, visual arts, and the media. Founded in 2008, the orchestra's mission is to take the entire community from spectatorship to participation in the musical experience. Program: William Grant Still: Danzas de Panama George Walker: Lyric for Strings Adolphus Hailstork: Song of the Magi Francis Johnson: Victoria Galop and Dirge   More Information: Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra's website