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The 2026 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize Winners

The 2026 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize Winners

Congratulations to the two winners of the 2026 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize! Tina O’Malley, a soprano from New Brighton, Minnesota, is the winner in our Preprofessional Musician category. Gaia Daniel, a pianist from Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the winner in our Emerging Artist category.

The Current's Happy Hours 2026

The Current's Happy Hours 2026

You’re invited to join The Current at venues across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota this spring and summer for music and fun. The Current's hosts will provide the soundtrack and a special guest will perform at each event. Each of The Current’s Happy Hours are free and open to everyone.

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Field of dreams? DFL looks to regain a footing in Minnesota farm country the party ceded to GOP

Field of dreams? DFL looks to regain a footing in Minnesota farm country the party ceded to GOP

The DFL is attempting to win back rural voters that once exemplified the "Farmer" in the party's name. Candidates with farming backgrounds and local organizers in rural areas are trying to make that happen. It’ll be an uphill battle.

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Orli Shaham and members of the Pacific Symphony weave an 'American Tapestry'

Orli Shaham and members of the Pacific Symphony weave an 'American Tapestry'

On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pianist Orli Shaham collaborates with members of the Pacific Symphony on her latest chamber music recording: ‘American Tapestry.’ Listen now with host Julie Amacher!

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Coffee Break: The Five Senses

Coffee Break: The Five Senses

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that relate to any of the five senses would you like to hear?