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When commercial stereo recording began in the mid-1950s, it created a new world of possibilities. We’ll hear examples from the first experiments to remarkable early stereo work by Decca, RCA, Mercury and other stereo pioneers.

Arthur Fiedler conducted the full Boston Symphony Orchestra on December 17, 1969 to celebrate his 75th birthday. We’ll hear a complete live performance of Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9 “From the New World,” and a dynamic reading of the Carnival Overture also recorded with the ensemble.

During the summer months in Kansas City, it's common for the sweet scent of fresh-cut grass to waft through the muggy air. And while that smell might be…

Lions, tigers, and bears - oh my! Hosts Laurel and Sascha welcome composer Christopher Biggs as the guest on this week's episode of Sound Currents, featuring animal-themed contemporary music.

On this episode of Sound Currents, explore a retrospective of the ever-evolving career and recordings of cellist Fred Sherry.

On this week's Sound Currents, explore music that is influenced — in a variety of ways — through jazz, tango, and improvisatory music. Guest Jeremy Harman joins host Sascha and Laurel for a show that'll help you get your groove on!

After immigrating to the U.S., Jorge Sosa refined his musical voice. On this week's Sound Currents, hear works from Mexican and Mexican-born composers.

From hymns and spirituals to familiar folk melodies, explore works that are new arrangements and compositions based on old traditions.

Explore music inspired by winged creatures on this week's Sound Currents.

Composer Paul Berlinsky not only found inspiration in hummingbirds, but also included the sounds of their fluttering wings in his music. This week on Sound Currents, explore music inspired by our avian friends.