The modern orchestra as we know it today only took shape in the last 150 years.

Any chamber music demands a deceptive level of coordination and mastery. But what about when two artists are playing the same instrument, side-by-side?

Conductor and educator Michael Lewanski returns to Sounds Classical for an intriguing conversation with LaRob and Kristina, as they explore the idea of “Where is Today’s Mozart?” Recognizing the changes in classical music and the advancement in technology, Michael and the hosts make some interesting discoveries.

Quartets by Mozart and Haydn, plus a wind setting of excerpts from Don Giovanni.

Expanding the orchestra’s sonic palette with some truly unorthodox instruments!

First, Ax takes the stage for Mozart’s elegant Piano Concerto No. 25, followed by the epic Symphony No. 5 by Gustav Mahler.

A selection of winter-themed highlights from the New York Philharmonic’s storied discography.

A family-friendly, English-language holiday presentation of Mozart’s The Magic Flute.

Energetic simplicity, beautifully spun melodies, and formal clarity.

The legendary mezzo-soprano shares her love for Mozart, French mélodie, and American art song.

Music director Jaap van Zweden leads the New York Philharmonic and guest soloist pianist Conrad Tao.

Music Director Emeritus for Life Riccardo Muti conducts Kraft’s Timpani Concerto featuring the CSO’s Principal Timpani David Herbert. The program opens with Mozart’s Divertimento in F Major and closes with Respighi’s Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite No. 1 and Pines of Rome.

Music that vanished, whether by accident or by design, only to be brought back into the light years, or centuries, later.

Spotlighting the New York Philharmonic’s world-class soloists, including clarinetist Anthony McGill, violinist Frank Huang, violist Cynthia Phelps, and more.

A retrospective on Leonard Bernstein’s revolutionary concert series, which introduced countless listeners to classical music. And Jamie Bernstein, daughter of the influential conductor-composer, reflect on her father’s legacy.

Researchers made worldwide headlines in September when they unearthed a new piece by Mozart. Hear the midwest premiere (and the first US performances on period instruments) given in WFMT’s own studio.

A story of mercy and forgiveness set in ancient Rome, the opera explores the complex relationships and political intrigue surrounding Emperor Titus. Pene Pati stars.

What is it about this music that is so hair-raising?

The mysterious work may well date from the prolific composer’s teenage years.

Effortlessly sailing through its melodic yet meticulous runs, Inon Barnatan demonstrates why No. 25 ranks among Mozart’s top piano concertos.

Beethoven’s Opus 132: a string quartet.

Dvořák and Mozart have some pretty popular music. What makes these classical hits so impactful? Join Kristina and LaRob in a fun look and listen at some of the world’s most famous classical pieces as they highlight moments that stand out to them!

Hercules Hall in Munich is the location of a stunning performance of Mozart’s Idomeneo led by the legendary Sir Simon Rattle.

From Bolivia to Ghana to India to the US, the perspective-changing experience of travel influenced many of your favorite composers.

A special program featuring five of the Orchestra’s principal players as concerto soloists in music by Aaron Copland, Samuel Barber, William Bolcom, Julia Adolphe, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.