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One of the most celebrated classical artists of our time, pianist Víkingur Ólafsson opens a dialogue with Beethoven on his new album, 'Opus 109.' Before his concert in Philadelphia, he talked with Zev Kane about time travel, synesthesia, and the wonders of Icelandic moss.

Leading The Philadelphia Orchestra, Leopold Stokowski developed a signature sound that has been revered and nurtured by his successors.

John Szwed wrote the definitive biography of Sun Ra almost 30 years ago. As a new documentary revives interest in the visionary artist and interplanetary being, Szwed revisits his subject, considering what he means today.

Every Monday through Thursday in March, Nicole Sweeney will focus on a different artist for her Women's History Month spotlight on Evening Jazz. Here's the rundown.

The artist brings his musical family together across jazz, R&B and hip-hop to the Tiny Desk.

Join us on Sunday, Feb. 15 at 1 p.m. on WRTI 90.1, and Monday, Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. on WRTI HD-2, as The Philadelphia Orchestra in Concert brings you a program pairing Beethoven's Ninth Symphony with Florence Price's Piano Concerto, featuring Lara Downes.

Even though it seems like winter just won't quit, our region always enjoys a spring rush of concert activity. Fanfare has the latest, including a Baroque devotional program from Variant Six and Filament.

March is here, and with it we kick off Women’s History Month in high style, while welcoming some marquee talent from out of town.

The classic spiritual conjures themes of freedom and resilience, which flow through a conversation between pianist Lara Downes and the founder of the Equal Justice Initiative.

The San Francisco Ballet, composer Philip Glass, the Martha Graham Dance Company and more have pulled out of Kennedy Center performances. Here's a running list of cancellations.