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Stephen Porter on Return to Webster
Acclaimed pianist Stephen Porter talks with Kathy Lawton Brown about returning to the Webster University Department of Music for a “Concert and Conversation” on November 14, 2025. Porter is the winner of the 2002 Artist Presentation Society Competition. The program features the St. Louis premiere of “Le Pont Universel” by St. Louis native Andrew List,…
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St. Louis Symphony Preview: The Lion King Live in Concert
St. Louis Symphony Preview co-hosts Tom Sudholt and Chuck Lavazzi, along with local film critic Diane Carson, discuss the upcoming performances of The Lion King Live in Concert, November 15 and 16, 2025, St. Louis Symphony Orchestra concerts at Powell Hall in St. Louis, MO. These performances include the original animated classic roaring from the big…
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Jocelyn Hagen on HERE I AM
Leanne Magnuson Latuda, St. Louis Women’s Chorale (STLWC) executive director, and composer Jocelyn Hagen discuss the regional premiere of Hagen’s composition “Here I Am”. This work will be featured in the Women’s Chorale season-opening concert on November 16, 2025. Learn more at www.stlwc.org. Classic 107.3 · Jocelyn Hagen on "Here I Am"
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Stéphane Denève Discusses Britten’s War Requiem
Stéphane Denève, Music Director for the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, discusses Benjamin Britten’s “War Requiem: A Call for Peace” and why he personally finds this monumental work so powerfully moving. Learn more about this rare opportunity to hear a live performance of the War Requiem this weekend with the SLSO, the St. Louis Symphony Chorus,…
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A Conversation with Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider
Violinist and conductor Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider discusses his relationship with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and SLSO Music Director Stéphane Denève, as well as his relationship with the Tchaikovsky violin concerto and the art of making music. This interview will give listeners deep insights into an incredible musician! For more information and tickets for this weekend’s…
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Stéphane Denève discusses Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff: Passion and Drama
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Music Director Stéphane Denève discusses this weekend’s performances of Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto and Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2, as well as his friendship with violinist Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider. Hear why Stéphane thinks these works are meant to be played on the same program, as well as his thoughts on the nature…
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Halloween Playlists and Podcasts
Our local hosts at Classic 107.3 produce holiday-themed shows throughout the year. This collection of Halloween shows from our Soundcloud archive illustrates how we’ve invited listeners to celebrate All Hallows’ Eve over the years. Classic 107.3 · The Steamboat Stomp with TJ Muller – Episode 63 Halloween! Classic 107.3 · Slatkin Shuffle S3:E4 – Things…
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Tabita Berglund Makes Her SLSO Debut
Conductor Tabita Berglund makes her debut with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra on October 24 and 25, leading Augustin Hadelich and the SLSO in performances of music by Sergei Prokofiev, Jean Sibelius, and Harald Sæverud. Find out why certain pieces on the program of “From Dark to Light” are some of Tabita’s favorites, and learn…
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St. Louis Civic Orchestra to Feature Otto Sauter
Dr. Barry Ford, Artistic Director of the St Louis Civic Orchestra, trumpeter Otto Sauter, and Iskander Akhmadullin, Professor of Trumpet at the University of Missouri, discuss the ensemble’s season-opening concert. “Dvorak, Respighi, and Theodorakis” will be performed on October 25, 2025 at the Touhill Performing Arts Center Lee Theater. Learn more at stlco.org. Classic 107.3…
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Cathedral Concerts to Present Vienna Boys Choir
Scott Kennebeck, St. Louis Cathedral Concerts Executive Artistic Director, talks with Kathy Lawton Brown about upcoming concerts for the 2025-2026 season. The Vienna Boys’ Choir will perform at The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis on October 20, 2025. This delightful program will include Austrian folk songs, classical masterpieces, and sacred hymns. Learn more at cathedralconcerts.org. …