Join us to experience the uplifting music of the Jewish Festival of Lights. We have a wonderful lineup of music planned and, of course, our yearly broadcasts of Hanukkah specials beginning on Sunday, Dec. 14. Find the rundown below.
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Sunday, Dec. 14, 5 to 6 p.m. on WRTI-FM
Itzhak Perlman’s Chanukah Radio Party
Itzhak Perlman invites you to his Chanukah Radio Party. Join the superstar violinist as he tells the story of the Festival of Lights, and shares his favorite recordings for the holiday – some serious, some silly. This engaging one-hour special includes numbers from Itzhak Perlman’s radio-addicted childhood in Israel; evocative songs in Yiddish and Ladino; classical music that revolves around the Maccabee heroes of the story; and Chanukah gems by American folk singers. The master storyteller also regales you with jokes and memories, plus tales of three classic Chanukah symbols: the menorah, the latke, and, of course, the dreidel. A good time for the whole family, at Itzhak Perlman’s Chanukah Radio Party!
Sunday, Dec. 14, 6 to 7 p.m. on HD-2 & the Classical Stream
A Chanukah Celebration with Chicago a cappella
Join Jonathan Miller, artistic director of Chicago a cappella and a longtime champion of Jewish choral music, for an inspiring and informative show featuring choral music set to Chanukah texts.
Sunday, Dec. 14, 7 to 8 p.m. on HD-2 & the Classical Stream
Candles Burning Brightly
A delightful hour for everyone to celebrate the Jewish Festival of Lights! Lots of music from Jewish communities around the world, plus a hilarious lesson on how to prepare a classic Chanukah dish, and a timeless and touching holiday story that brings light into every home.
Monday, Dec. 15, 9 to 10 p.m. on HD-2 & the Classical Stream
Chanukah Memories and Melodies
In this special from WQXR, six prominent artists share memories of Chanukah, and the music the holiday brings to mind.
Want more? Check out our classical, jazz and choral Hanukkah playlist on Spotify!