Music

Exploring Music begins a new chapter on August 24 as Peter van de Graaff becomes the program's new host, following the passing of creator and longtime host Bill McGlaughlin. Join NWPB in welcoming Peter as he continues the program's tradition of bringing classical music to life through engaging stories, composers, and performances.

 Beginning in 2026, you’ll hear some new programs on NWPB Classical. Now That’s What I Call 21st Century will be hosted by NWPB’s Jedd Greenhalgh, and dive into the gentler music written after the year 2000.

Rafael Barata is a Brazilian drummer and percussionist who performed at Washington State University's 2025 Brazilian Jazz Fest in October 2025.

A beginner guitar workshop was held at an annual retreat in Eastern Pennsylvania for men who have been impacted by cancer.

A pipe organ that’s over a century old has been bringing silent cinema back to life at the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center.

(Runtime 0:47) By Diana RomeroA music festival is heading to Richland in June. Organizers of Fusion Fest plan to start releasing the line-up at an event…

(Runtime 1:00)Chamber music is a relatively intimate form of classical music. Think: fewer than thirteen performers, no conductor, small venues. And it…

(Runtime :59)A band from Ukraine is taking the stage in cities around the Northwest.Kommuna Lux plays what it calls “Odessa gangsta folk:" a blend of…

(Runtime 1:00)On Tuesday, the Walla Walla Symphony will raise the curtain on a new season and a new director.Dina Gilbert, the symphony’s new music…

(Runtime 4:33)The Emerald of Siam is the night spot for live music in the Tri-Cities.It’s a Thai place: Dark black walls, low ceiling, Thai-basil…