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Meet 16-year-old harpist Catalina Vasquez Calderon, a junior at Northeast High School in Philadelphia, where she plays in orchestra, the Baroque ensemble, and marching band, and studies harp through a partnership between Northeast High School and the Lyra Society.

Tune in to WRTI on Thursday, Jan. 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET, to hear the Vienna Philharmonic's New Year's Concert, the first time under the baton of Yannick Nézet-Séguin.

NPR Music's Felix Contreras presents some of the stand out performances of beloved holiday tradition, celebrating its 25th anniversary.

2025 is coming to a close, and changes to the tax code beginning January 1, 2026, could affect how — and when — you choose to give to WRTI and other nonprofits.

A cozy family feeling and a spirit of community service: those are two Christmas hallmarks shared by the jazz vocalists Gregory Porter and Samara Joy. On this episode of The Late Set Radio Hour, they talk about family traditions and the holiday songbook, which they've both embraced.

The tune crooned by Bing Crosby is still one of the most popular Christmas songs of all time. It's endured as a favorite — despite a complicated and controversial history.

What did the best jazz sound like in 2025? There’s no way to answer that question without first issuing a bundle of qualifiers. But our jazz team took a crack at it.

Our favorite 2025 classical albums and experiences rooted us in the present, but also offered glimpses of a vast beyond.

If you’ve been tuned in to WRTI lately, you know we’re already into the swing of the season. Christmas cheer will only keep ramping up in the days ahead; here are some highlights to listen for.

Seeking the perfect soundtrack for merriment and cheer this holiday season? WRTI's carefully curated playlists and adored annual specials will keep the sparkle alive.