The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Podcast

Classical Insights: ARVO PÄRT Credo May 22, 2021

In this Baltimore Symphony Orchestra podcast join WETA's David Ginder and Marilyn Cooley for a discussion on Arvo Pärt's Credo.

After listening, tune in to WBJC at 1 pm on Sunday, May 30, 2021 to hear a full recording of the BSO performing the work, as well as Stravinsky's Symphony of Psalms and Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 2. The BSO returns to the radio each Sunday at 1 pm with BSO Encore, Powered by PNC! Listen and learn more at BSOmusic.org/Encore.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 3, "Eroica" May 15, 2021

In this Baltimore Symphony Orchestra podcast join WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky for an extended discussion about Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 3.

After listening, tune in to WBJC 91.5 FM at 1 pm on Sunday, May 23, 2021 to hear a full recording of the BSO performing this work under the baton of Music Director Marin Alsop. The BSO returns to the radio each Sunday at 1 pm with BSO Encore, Powered by PNC! Listen and learn more at BSOmusic.org/Encore.

This podcast was originally released in the 2018-19 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: SCHUMANN Symphony No. 2 in C Major May 08, 2021

In this Baltimore Symphony Orchestra podcast join WETA's Nicole Lacroix and Bill Bukowski for a discussion on Schumann's Symphony No. 2.

After listening, tune in to WBJC at 1 pm on Sunday, May 16, 2021 to hear a full recording of the BSO performing the work, as well as Schumann's Symphony No. 1 and Manfred Overture. The BSO returns to the radio each Sunday at 1 pm with BSO Encore, Powered by PNC! Listen and learn more at BSOmusic.org/Encore.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: BARBER Symphony No. 1 May 01, 2021

In this Baltimore Symphony Orchestra podcast join WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky and learn about Samuel Barber's Symphony No. 1.

After listening, tune in to WBJC 91.5 FM at 1 pm on Sunday, May 9, 2021 to hear a full recording of the BSO performing this work under the baton of Music Director Marin Alsop. The BSO returns to the radio each Sunday at 1 pm with BSO Encore, Powered by PNC! Listen and learn more at BSOmusic.org/Encore.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: BERNSTEIN Serenade for Violin and Orchestra Apr 24, 2021

In this episode, WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky shares some of the interesting details about Bernstein's Serenade for Violin and Orchestra, inspired by a re-reading of Plato's The Symposium.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: STRAVINSKY The Rite of Spring Apr 17, 2021

In this Baltimore Symphony Orchestra podcast join WETA's Nicole Lacroix and Bill Bukowski for a discussion on Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring.

After listening, tune in to WBJC at 1 pm on Sunday, April 25, 2021 to hear a full recording of the BSO performing this work under the baton of Music Director Marin Alsop. The BSO returns to the radio each Sunday at 1 pm with BSO Encore, Powered by PNC! Listen and learn more at BSOmusic.org/Encore.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: SCHUBERT Selections from Rosamunde Apr 10, 2021

In today's Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Podcast, WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky discusses why Schubert's works for the stage, including his Selections from Rosamunde, never gained the same level of interest as his other orchestral pieces.

This podcast was originally released in the 2018-19 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: MOZART Requiem Apr 03, 2021

In this Baltimore Symphony Orchestra podcast join WETA's Nicole Lacroix and Bill Bukowski for a discussion on Mozart's final work, his mysterious Requiem.

After listening, tune in to WBJC at 1 pm on Sunday, April 4, 2021 to hear a full recording of the BSO performing the work, as well as Christopher Rouse's Berceuse Infinie. The BSO returns to the radio each Sunday at 1 pm with BSO Encore, Powered by PNC! Listen and learn more at BSOmusic.org/Encore.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: MAHLER Symphony No. 1, "Titan" Mar 27, 2021

In this Baltimore Symphony Orchestra podcast join WETA's Nicole Lacroix and Bill Bukowski for a discussion on Mahler's Symphony No. 1.

After listening, tune in to WBJC at 1 pm on Sunday, March 28, 2021 to hear a full recording of the BSO performing another of Mahler's famed symphonies, his Symphony No. 3. The BSO returns to the radio each Sunday at 1 pm with BSO Encore, Powered by PNC! Listen and learn more at BSOmusic.org/Encore.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: SAINT-SAËNS Carnival of the Animals Mar 20, 2021

In this Baltimore Symphony Orchestra podcast join WETA's Nicole Lacroix and Bill Bukowski for a discussion on Camille Saint-Saëns' Carnival of the Animals.

After listening, tune in to WBJC at 1 pm on Sunday, March 21, 2021 to hear the BSO perform the work in its entirety. The BSO returns to the radio each Sunday at 1 pm with BSO Encore, Powered by PNC! Listen and learn more at BSOmusic.org/Encore.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: COPLAND Symphony No. 3 Mar 13, 2021

In this Baltimore Symphony Orchestra podcast join WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky for a discussion on Copland's Symphony No. 3.

After listening, tune in to WBJC at 1 pm on Sunday, March 14, 2021 to hear the BSO perform the work in its entirety. The BSO returns to the radio each Sunday at 1 pm with BSO Encore, Powered by PNC! Listen and learn more at BSOmusic.org/Encore.

This podcast was originally released in the 2018-19 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights BACH Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 Mar 06, 2021

Join WETA hosts David Ginder and Marilyn Cooley for a look at Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3. New this weekend, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra returns to 91.5 FM WBJC radio for a special celebration of Music Director Marin Alsop with BSO Encore, Powered by PNC! The broadcast at 1 pm on Sunday, March 7 will include all of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. Listen and learn more at BSOmusic.org/Encore.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights BACH Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 Mar 06, 2021

Join WETA hosts David Ginder and Marilyn Cooley for a look at Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 2. New this weekend, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra returns to 91.5 FM WBJC radio for a special celebration of Music Director Marin Alsop with BSO Encore, Powered by PNC! The broadcast at 1 pm on Sunday, March 7 will include all of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. Listen and learn more at BSOmusic.org/Encore.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: MOZART Violin Concerto No. 3 Feb 27, 2021

Join WETA hosts David Ginder and Marilyn Cooley for a look at Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 3. The work was written when he was 19 and only a few months after his second violin concerto. Listen as Ginder and Cooley discuss the ways in which this concerto exemplifies Mozart's growth when compared to his earlier concertos as he provides more equal weight to soloist and orchestra.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: WALTON Violin Concerto Feb 20, 2021

Join WETA hosts David Ginder and Marilyn Cooley as they discuss Walton's Violin Concerto, a work commissioned by famed violinist Jascha Heifetz. In addition to discussing the structure and themes of the piece, listen to find out the role a tarantula played during the composition of the piece.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: WEBER Clarinet Concerto No. 2 in E-flat Major Feb 13, 2021

Join hosts Nicole Lacroix and Bill Bukowski as they discuss Weber's Clarinet Concerto No. 2 in E-flat Major, a work that showcases the versatility of the clarinet as melancholic, triumphant, and playful.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: LISZT Les préludes Feb 06, 2021

In this week's episode join Nicole Lacroix and Bill Bukowski and learn about Les préludes by Franz Liszt and how he pioneered the tone poem.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: MOZART Eine kleine Nachtmusik Jan 30, 2021

Although it is one of Mozart's most popular works, not much is known about Eine kleine Nachtmusic. In this episode, WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky shares some of the interesting details that are known about the work and then dives into a more in depth discussion of the movements and themes of the piece.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions. To hear a work by Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges who was a contemporary of Mozart, tune into the episode Forgotten Voices.

Classical Insights: TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 5 Jan 23, 2021

In today's Baltimore Symphony Orchestra podcast join WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky for a look at Tchaikovsky's Fifth Symphony. Jonathan discusses that, although Tchaikovsky was a phenomenally successful composer, he was often his own worst critic felt he had to prove himself with each new piece.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 2 Jan 16, 2021

In today's Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Podcast, WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky shares the many difficulties Rachmaninoff faced after the disastrous premiere of his First Symphony, and how out of this time of depression he composed his Piano Concerto No. 2.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: RAVEL Tzigane Jan 09, 2021

In this podcast from the BSO, WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky discusses Ravel's Tzigane, a work dedicated to Hungarian violinist Jelly d'Arányi. Learn how violinists use double stops, harmonics and more in this phenomenal work for violin and orchestra.

Hear Ravel's Introduction and Allegro for Harp, Flute, Clarinet and String Orchestra in Ripple Effect, episode 10 of BSO Sessions. Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore all the offerings of the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Classical Insights: STRAVINSKY Petrushka Jan 02, 2021

In this first episode of the new year, join WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky for an insightful look at Stravinsky's Petrushka which premiered in 1911 and was written for Diaghilev's Ballets Russes.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: ADAMS Short Ride in a Fast Machine Dec 19, 2020

In this week's episode, Jonathan Palevsky dissects John Adams' Short Ride in a Fast Machine. Tune in and learn why this fanfare for orchestra is Adam's most performed work.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: GERSHWIN Porgy and Bess Dec 12, 2020

Tune in for a look behind the curtain as WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky shares the many collaborations that brought Gershwin's Porgy and Bess to life.

This podcast was originally released in the 2018-19 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: HAYDN Symphony No. 104, "London" Dec 05, 2020

In this week's podcast learn about Joseph Haydn's London Symphony, one of his most beloved. WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky discusses Haydn's time spent in London and how this work came to be.

This podcast was originally released in the 2018-19 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: MENDELSSOHN The Hebrides Overture Nov 28, 2020

In this week's podcast join Jonathan Palevsky to learn more about Felix Mendelssohn's The Hebrides Overture, a work inspired by the British Isles.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1 Nov 21, 2020

Join WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky for a deep dive into Brahms' Piano Concerto No. 1 in this week's Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Podcast.

This podcast was originally released in the 2018-19 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: ELGAR Falstaff Nov 14, 2020

Elgar's Falstaff is the focus of this week's Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Podcast with WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: MOZART Symphony No.40 Nov 07, 2020

Learn about Mozart and his Symphony No. 40 with WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky in this week's Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Podcast.

This podcast was originally released in the 2018-19 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: RAVEL Le Tombeau de Couperin Oct 31, 2020

In this week's podcast, WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky discusses Maurice Ravel's Le Tombeau de Couperin.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: BRAHMS Symphony No. 2 Oct 24, 2020

Learn about Brahms' lyrical Symphony No. 2 with WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky.

This podcast was originally released in the 2018-19 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: KHACHATURIAN Violin Concerto Oct 17, 2020

Learn about Khachaturian's Violin Concerto with WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky.

This podcast was originally released in the 2018-19 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for to explore the BSO's digital concert series, BSO Sessions.

Classical Insights: MESSIAEN Les Offrandes Oubliées Oct 10, 2020

Learn about Messiaen's Les Offrandes Oubliées with WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for exciting news about the BSO's digital concert series.

Classical Insights: MOZART Concerto for Flute and Harp Oct 03, 2020

This week learn about Mozart's Concerto for Flute and Harp with WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for exciting news about the BSO's digital concert series.

Classical Insights: DUKAS The Sorcerer's Apprentice Sep 26, 2020

In this week's Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Podcast Jonathan Palevsky shares about Paul Dukas' The Sorcerer's Apprentice, another classical work based on a poem by Goethe.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for more exciting digital content from the BSO.

Classical Insights: MENDELSSOHN Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage Overture Sep 19, 2020

Join Jonathan Palevsky from WBJC to learn about Mendelssohn and his Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage Overture composed when he was only 19 and inspired by two poems by Goethe.

This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for more exciting digital content from the BSO.

Classical Insights: HUMMEL Trumpet Concerto Sep 12, 2020

This week's episode brings you insights from WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky about Johann Nepomuk Hummel's Trumpet Concerto, a stunning showpiece for trumpet and orchestra.

This podcast was originally released in the 2018-19 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for more exciting digital content from the BSO.

Classical Insights: BRUCH Scottish Fantasy Sep 05, 2020

Discover Bruch’s idyllic dream of Scotland with WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky in this week's Classical Insights podcast. Learn about Max Bruch and why he, neither a Scot nor violinist, wrote the Scottish Fantasy for violin and orchestra.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for more exciting digital content from the BSO.

Classical Insights: MUSSORGSKY Pictures at an Exhibition Aug 29, 2020

There are few pieces of music as visually evocative as Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. Written in memory of artist Viktor Hartmann, the piece is a musical depiction of an art exhibition. WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky discusses the history of this piece and how Ravel's orchestration of the work, originally composed only for piano, brings it to life.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for more exciting digital content from the BSO.

Classical Insights: RODRIGO Concierto de Aranjuez Aug 22, 2020

Listen as WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky discusses one of the most popular works of the classical guitar repertoire, Joaquín Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez. This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season. Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library. Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for more exciting digital content from the BSO.

Classical Insights: SIBELIUS Violin Concerto Aug 15, 2020

Learn about Sibelius' only concerto, his Violin Concerto, in this week’s featured podcast with WBJC’s Jonathan Palevsky. This podcast was originally released in the 2018-19 season.

Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for more exciting digital content from the BSO.

Classical Insights: GERSHWIN An American in Paris Aug 08, 2020

Learn about An American in Paris, Gershwin’s jazzy, raucous riff on Paris with WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky. This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season.

Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for more exciting digital content from the BSO.

Classical Insights: CHAUSSON Poème for Violin and Orchestra Aug 01, 2020

Chausson’s Poéme for Violin and Orchestra is this week’s featured podcast with WBJC’s Jonathan Palevsky. This podcast was originally released in the 2016-17 season.

Musical samples in BSO podcasts are provided by the Naxos Music Library.

Visit BSOmusic.org/OffStage for more exciting digital content from the BSO.

Classical Insights: TCHAIKOVSKY Hamlet Fantasy-Overture Jul 25, 2020

Delve into Tchaikovsky's Hamlet Fantasy-Overture with WBJC’s Jonathan Palevsky.

This podcast was originally released in the 2017-18 season.