Violinist Charles Yang returns as co-host. We meet a bubbly teen violinist, a pianist with a mission to connect with audiences, and a cellist who opens up about mental health. The Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir sing us out with a performance that will have you on your feet and smiling! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy ..read more

We meet a 14-year-old pianist playing a Chopin Scherzo, a classical cellist who also plays rock covers, and a young trumpeter who gives insight into the physicality of playing his instrument. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy ..read more

A 17-year-old pianist plays the work of a lesser-known Russian romantic pianist/composer and describes his interest in robotics. A violinist with a passion for musical suites performs a contemporary work. An exciting trio comprised of bass, flute, and bassoon play Piazzola. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy ..read more

A 17-year-old violinist shares how he deals with performance anxiety and plays William Grant Still. A teen guitarist speaks of his family connection with Colombia and the vibrant piece that was written for him to perform. A 12-year-old cellist gives an exuberant performance of Cassadó's Requiebros and shares how she sneaks in some time for bluegrass. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy ..read more

We're celebrating a musical Thanksgiving with guest host Orli Shaham. Get ready to gobble up some wonderful performances of Tchaikovsky and Chopin by some remarkable teens. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy ..read more

Today, we're recognizing the gift of music to inspire and bring people together with guest host Orli Shaham. Settle in for some fantastic performances of Beethoven, Debussy, and more. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy ..read more

Guest Host Orli Shaham finds common ground with a pair of siblings who remind her of growing up with her brother Gil. A lively quartet from Chicago play Ravel. A teen soprano speaks about representation in classical music and connecting with a composer who shares her heritage. A talented young pianist talks about having pianist parents. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy ..read more

A teen clarinetist who found a home-away-from-home surrounded by music and art at the Interlochen Arts Academy performs Schumann's Three Romances. We also meet a 15-year-old violinist who found a way to transform her performance anxiety into an act of generosity. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy ..read more

A teen violinist performs the memorable Figaro from The Barber of Seville and a mezzo soprano sings a gorgeous lullaby from a Venezuelan composer and shares her passion for singing works in Spanish. We also hear from a teen trumpeter and decorated Eagle Scout who turned to YouTube and the world's best trumpeters to help get his start on his instrument. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy ..read more

A teen cellist performs Beethoven with Peter Dugan and speaks about training for pole vaulting. We meet a double bassist from North Carolina who in addition to being an incredible musician has a nose for cologne scents! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy ..read more