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Classical Connections

Weekdays, 1 - 3 p.m. on KPAC 88.3 FM

Music unites us—it’s a language we all understand, regardless of our background. Whether you’re enjoying Mozart in the concert hall, or in the comfort of your own home, there’s a feeling we share when hearing great performances. The common denominator between us all is a curiosity for learning, and an appreciation of the dedication, craft, and artistry of musicians and composers. There’s also a story unique to our area, and Monday-Friday on Texas Public Radio’s KPAC 88.3 FM, we’re bringing it all together, featuring the best of classical music from around the world and great opportunities for listening right here in South Texas.

“Classical Connections” is broadcast live and local from the KPAC studios, weekdays from 1-3 p.m. Meet us in this space on the radio to hear the greatest music of all time, and voices from our community that bring context to the classics.

Classical Connections is made possible by a generous grant from the Russell Hill Rogers Fund for the Arts.

Ways to Connect

Choral Event To Benefit Students, San Antonio Food Bank

By & • Sep 18, 2019

Tenor David Portillo took his talent from Holmes High School on San Antonio’s west side all the way to the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. Now, he’s coming back to town with YouthCUE, a nationwide effort to positively impact kids through the power of choral music.

Austin Composer Captures Big Bend With Music, Multimedia Program

By • Jun 20, 2019
Anlo Sepulveda

Pianist and composer Justin Sherburn has enjoyed a long career as a touring musician with Austin bands like 8 ½ Souvenirs and Okkervil River, but now finds himself in front of the big screen with his ensemble Montopolis, performing original soundtracks to silent classics, and now creating a series of multimedia productions highlighting the natural wonders of the Lone Star State.

UTSA Guitar Professor's Last Recital Will Also Be A Reunion

By • May 1, 2019
Jack Morgan | Texas Public Radio

Matthew Dunne is a music professor at UTSA, and after 27 years he plans to retire this summer. He has scheduled one last recital with past and present students this weekend.  

SOLI To Feature Student Composers, 'Ballads' Suite Premiere

By • Mar 5, 2019
SOLI Chamber Ensemble

Since the fall, SOLI Chamber Ensemble has been working with students from four area universities on a project to debut eight new compositions at a first-ever SOLI Invitational Composition Contest. The free event will be held on Wednesday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Recital Hall on the UTSA Main Campus.

San Antonio Symphony, ITC Team Up For Music At The Museum

By & • Feb 19, 2019
Nathan Cone / TPR

The San Antonio Symphony is collaborating with the Institute of Texan Cultures to present “Music at the Museum” on Monday, February 25. The event benefits both organizations, and funds go toward education initiatives.

San Antonio Flutist Remembered With New Composition

By • Jan 25, 2019
Nathan Cone / TPR

Composer Matthew Dunne and the Cavatina Duo visited with Barry Brake in the KPAC studios on Friday, and shared some brand new music at the same time.

Dunne’s new work for guitar and flute, “Three Artisans,” was written in tribute to Tal Perkes, former Principal Flute of the San Antonio Symphony, who died too young in 2012, at age 51.