Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76: The classical connection to a metal legend
Rest in Power, Prince of Darkness: Ozzy Osbourne Dies at 76—And Why We’re Talking About It on Classic 107
It’s a dark day for rock fans around the globe.
Michael Blais steps into spotlight as Manitoba Opera’s new Executive Director
Michael Blais Named Executive Director of Manitoba Opera
Longtime staff member reflects on his journey, vision, and the future of opera in Manitoba
'Instant Modern Classic' brings thoughtful improv to Winnipeg Fringe
An element that runs common through many of the shows on display at this year’s Winnipeg Fringe Festival is that they pick their titles before they had a completed script – or, indeed, an idea.
Lewis Rawlinson’s Nervous Breakdown in G Minor hits a powerful note at Fringe
Classical catharsis and reclaiming joy: Lewis Rawlinson’s Nervous Breakdown in G Minor
'Third Party' turns insurance impersonality into Fringe theatre
It’s a scenario that many Manitobans find themselves facing: a seemingly mundane, bureaucratic, yet consequential conversation with an adjustor or claims representative from Manitoba Public Insurance. Ratchet up the stakes with a couple caught in the web of a detective-turned-adjustor who will do anything to uncover their secrets, and you have Brighter Dark Theatre’s latest contribution to the Winnipeg Fringe Festival, Third Party.
Intermezzo at 1PM: Classic 107 presents- The piano concertos of John Field, July 21–25
🎹 Classic 107 Presents: John Field Piano Concerto Week
July 21–25 • Daily at 1 PM
Wings of Adelaine soars: Abøn blends beauty, peace and purpose in new album
Ethereal, Healing, and Honest: Lauren Pedersen (Abøn) Soars with Wings of Adelaine
Award-winning composer creates new connections with musical time senses
Leillehua Lanzelotti can remember writing music from an early age growing up in Honolulu, but her voice as a composer did not fully emerge until she had moved far away.
“As soon as I started composing, my connection to Hawaii and my homesickness at the time living in Europe came out immediately,” she recalls of her days pursuing a career in violin performance. “It was almost as though composition was an outlet for a lot of the ways that I was trying to express myself that I didn’t have other outlets for.”
Slurpees, songs and stories: Melanie Gall celebrates Manitoba in Fringe show
Melanie Gall brings quirky Canadiana and musical tributes to the Winnipeg Fringe with “Hockey Sticks and Beaver Pie”
A Classical Almanac – Saturday, July 19, 9 a.m. Hour on Classic 107
Start your Saturday morning with a musical journey through time! In this special 9 a.m. hour of Classical Almanac on Saturday, July 19, we’re presenting a lineup of works tied to historical events and birthdays that happened on this day throughout music history. From a charming waltz of the Viennese stage to Olympic grandeur, we’ve got a little something for everyone. Here’s what we’re playing—and why.