Sunday Baroque

Sunday Baroque "Beautiful music well performed" Sunday Baroque is easy for anyone to enjoy and habit forming! Sunday Baroque is produced by WSHU Public Radio.

Fresh and inviting, upbeat and inspiring, Sunday Baroque is a weekly radio program featuring beloved and appealing music composed in the baroque era (1600-1750) and the years leading up to it. The music may be centuries-old, but it's the perfect antidote for the stress and distractions of our modern lives, so you can relax and recharge for the week ahead. Hundreds of thousands of listeners across

the United States hear Sunday Baroque on their local public radio stations, and countless more listen online across the globe. Host Suzanne Bona offers a huge variety of beloved and appealing music performed by the world's finest musicians on a wide variety of instruments.

Looking for a thoughtful gift this holiday season? Check out our annual list of recommended recordings! These albums off...
12/19/2024

Looking for a thoughtful gift this holiday season? Check out our annual list of recommended recordings! These albums offer a wonderful way to connect with the music we love and brighten our days. Whether you add them to your collection or gift them to someone special, we hope you enjoy discovering these gems.

https://sundaybaroque.org/2024-holiday-gift-list/

12/18/2024

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Update: 🎉 Great news! Our website is back online, and the music is playing once again. Thank you for your patience—we’re so glad to have you with us!

Ophelie Galliard plays an extraordinary cello made in 1737 that’s valued at around 1.3 million euros. It’s been stolen f...
12/14/2024

Ophelie Galliard plays an extraordinary cello made in 1737 that’s valued at around 1.3 million euros. It’s been stolen from her not once but TWICE – most recently in September 2024. Fortunately, it’s been found and returned to her both times. You can hear Ophelie Galliard play her beloved instrument on Sunday Baroque this week....

Ophelie Galliard plays an extraordinary cello made in 1737 that’s valued at around 1.3 million euros. It’s been stolen from her not once but TWICE – most recently in September 2024. Fortunately, it…

12/12/2024

Debra Nagy is a baroque oboist and founder of Les Délices -- expanding early music audiences through multi-media concerts. Debra speaks with Suzanne about the group's unique performances on the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

We’re so grateful to be part of your weekly routine, bringing you the beautiful music you love. As we enter this special...
12/08/2024

We’re so grateful to be part of your weekly routine, bringing you the beautiful music you love. As we enter this special time of year, we’re reminded of how many of you have shared how the show brings comfort, peace, and connection. Your support helps keep the music flowing, and we couldn’t do it without you. Thank you for making it all possible—here’s to continuing the journey together in the year ahead!


Harpsichordist and conductor William Christie was born in Buffalo, New York but in his late 20s, he went to France, wher...
12/07/2024

Harpsichordist and conductor William Christie was born in Buffalo, New York but in his late 20s, he went to France, where he fell in love with French baroque music. In 1979, he founded his baroque music group *Les Arts Florissants, which is still going strong. We’re celebrating William Christie’s upcoming 80th birthday with some of his performances, both old and new, on Sunday Baroque this week....

Harpsichordist and conductor William Christie was born in Buffalo, New York but in his late 20s, he went to France, where he fell in love with French baroque music. In 1979, he founded his baroque …

Every year at this time, Sunday Baroque host Suzanne Bona compiles a list of the most appealing recordings to give you i...
11/29/2024

Every year at this time, Sunday Baroque host Suzanne Bona compiles a list of the most appealing recordings to give you ideas for your holiday gift giving. She’s kicking off the Sunday Baroque 2024 Holiday Gift List this weekend -- and it includes the 4th volume of music by Johann Fasch played by Philadelphia’s Tempesta di Mare ensemble … and recorder player Lucie Horsch’s new recording in tribute to legendary musician Frans Brüggen. It’s on Sunday Baroque this week....

Every year at this time, Sunday Baroque host Suzanne Bona compiles a list of the most appealing recordings to give you ideas for your holiday gift giving. She’s kicking off the Sunday Baroque 2024 …

Apple clafoutis… fresh out of the oven. Bon appétit!
11/28/2024

Apple clafoutis… fresh out of the oven. Bon appétit!

Every year at this time, I compile a list of some of my favorite recent recordings to recommend for your holiday gift gi...
11/27/2024

Every year at this time, I compile a list of some of my favorite recent recordings to recommend for your holiday gift giving. Now more than ever we need to focus on the things that connect us, the things that bring light and positivity into our lives, and I think these musical selections are a great place to start. Whether you choose to add any of them to your library, give them as gifts, or simply enjoy auditioning them each week, I hope you will enjoy discovering these wonderful musicians and recordings with me over the last weeks of 2024....

Every year at this time, I compile a list of some of my favorite recent recordings to recommend for your holiday gift giving. Now more than ever we need to focus on the things that connect us, the …

In addition to brilliant VISUAL colors, there can be “color” in music, too. You’ll hear a rainbow of musical colors incl...
11/24/2024

In addition to brilliant VISUAL colors, there can be “color” in music, too. You’ll hear a rainbow of musical colors includes Johann Sebastian Bach’s Chromatic Fantasy and Fugue, a suite for trumpet – an instrument whose sound was compared to “the color scarlet” -- and music played by a couple of instrumentalists who have the extraordinary ability to perceive music as color. It’s on Sunday Baroque this weekend....

In addition to brilliant VISUAL colors, there can be “color” in music, too. You’ll hear a rainbow of musical colors includes Johann Sebastian Bach’s Chromatic Fantasy and Fugue, a suite for trumpet…

Sundays are made for Sunday Baroque and a piping hot cup of tea. What's your Sunday morning routine? 🎶🎻🫖☕️
11/17/2024

Sundays are made for Sunday Baroque and a piping hot cup of tea. What's your Sunday morning routine? 🎶🎻🫖☕️

Johann Sebastian Bach’s music continues to inspire and influence people even centuries after his time. But who were the ...
11/17/2024

Johann Sebastian Bach’s music continues to inspire and influence people even centuries after his time. But who were the musicians Bach admired? Which of his predecessors and contemporaries influenced and inspired HIM? You can listen to some of the music in Johann Sebastian Bach’s library on Sunday Baroque this weekend....

Johann Sebastian Bach’s music continues to inspire and influence people even centuries after his time. But who were the musicians Bach admired? Which of his predecessors and contemporaries influenc…

Veterans Day is coming up at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, when we honor those who have served in the...
11/09/2024

Veterans Day is coming up at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, when we honor those who have served in the armed forces. You can listen to some Heroic Marches by Georg Phillip Telemann, AND music composed by a soldier who was such an avid amateur musician that he took his viola da gamba with him everywhere, including onto the battlefield. It’s on Sunday Baroque this week.

Veteran’s Day is coming up at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, when we honor those who have served in the armed forces. You can listen to some Heroic Marches by Georg Phillip Telema…

Hit pause on the day’s noise and stress and listen to Sunday Baroque... anytime, anywhere.
11/05/2024

Hit pause on the day’s noise and stress and listen to Sunday Baroque... anytime, anywhere.

Listen If you have problems hearing the stream, contact us. If you missed any of the latest Sunday Baroque program, or want to hear it again, here it is! Sunday’s show is posted Monday mornin…

For most of the United States, this is the weekend to set your clocks back an hour. What will you do with your extra hou...
11/02/2024

For most of the United States, this is the weekend to set your clocks back an hour. What will you do with your extra hour? How about listening to Sunday Baroque for some musical reminders to reset your clock, including a sonata about Parisian church bells, and a Carillon Concerto? It’s about time that you listen to Sunday Baroque this weekend!...

For most of the United States, this is the weekend to set your clocks back an hour. What will you do with your extra hour? How about listening to Sunday Baroque for some musical reminders to reset …

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Debra Nagy - Pushing Boundaries
Debra Nagy - Pushing Boundaries

Debra Nagy is a baroque oboist and founder of Les Délices -- expanding early music audiences through multi-media concerts. Debra speaks with Suzanne about the group's unique performances on the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

The future is bright,
The future is bright,

Engage, exchange, connect – that's how the Grammy-nominated Neave Trio keeps chamber music alive. Cellist Mikhail Veselov says they've seen more enthusiasm for the tradition among young musicians. Suzanne speaks with Veselov, violinist Anna Williams, and pianist Eri Nakamura on the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Creating Community
Creating Community

ChamberQUEER highlights LGBTQ+ voices through concerts and events. Suzanne spoke with three of the group's founding members, who say it's about much more than just the music. Listen to the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations wherever you get your podcasts.

Expanding the canon
Expanding the canon

The harpsichord may be a period instrument, but Byron Schenkman is on a mission to bring it into the present day. In fact, they've had a modern harpsichord concerto dedicated to them by composer Caroline Shaw. Hear the full interview with Suzanne on the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations, available wherever you get your podcasts.

Recreating Musical Moments
Recreating Musical Moments

The Connecticut Early Music Festival will feature a variety of performances on instruments for which the original music was written. Ian Watson, the festival's artistic director, spoke with Suzanne about the process of recreating musical history. Listen on the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations wherever you get your podcasts.

Breaking the rules
Breaking the rules

Wilner Baptiste is one half Black Violin – a duo combining classical music with hip hop influences. He says he loves to shake up an audience's pre-conceived notions about both genres! Hear more about their unique sound on the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.

Tom Huizenga is a long time producer, editor, and reporter for NPR Music. On the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations, Tom talks about one of his career (and personal) highlights. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Bach's music contains everything
Bach's music contains everything

Pianist Simone Dinnerstein has broad musical interests, but her touchstone is Johann Sebastian Bach. She shares what makes his music enduring and universal, on the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

What is gender affirming voice care?
What is gender affirming voice care?

Morgan Sullivan helps clients develop a voice that aligns with their gender identity. That's in addition to being a singer, harpsichordist and composer. Hear her full interview with Suzanne on the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations, available wherever you listen to podcasts.

Frederick Ballentine - Diving into Joy!
Frederick Ballentine - Diving into Joy!

Tenor Frederick Ballentine has some advice for young singers – dive into what makes you happy inside and outside of the business! The Grammy Award-winning tenor talks about his musical journey and more on the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Shawn Okpebholo: Engaging the Experts
Shawn Okpebholo: Engaging the Experts

Composer Sean Okpebholo answers the one question we've all been thinking when it comes to classical music -- how do you write music for instruments you don't actually know how to play? Listen to the full episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations wherever you get your podcasts.

BLKBOK - Artist, Pianist, Composer, and Lover of Humans
BLKBOK - Artist, Pianist, Composer, and Lover of Humans

Pianist and composer Blkbok fuses hip-hop with classical music. He describes his sound like a cake -- it might look like one thing on the outside, but there are layers of genres on the inside. Hear more on the next episode of Sunday Baroque Conversations wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Sunday Baroque’s Story

On September 6, 1987 I hosted my first radio program! It was a local show on WSHU Public Radio in my hometown of Fairfield, Connecticut and the manager there entrusted me with the responsibility and privilege of being a radio announcer despite my complete lack of experience. Armed with my newly minted degree in music, I had never even set foot in a radio station before that week, and it was truly seat-of-the-pants learning. "Sunday Morning Baroque" was born on that day. It was a 90 minute "filler" program between two network shows, airing from 8:30-10am, and the only instructions given were to "play baroque music." When I opened that microphone for the first time, it was terrifying and thrilling. If only there were a tape of those first few shows! It changed my life.

Listeners like you responded enthusiastically, and Sunday Morning Baroque lived and grew and expanded on WSHU. On September 6, 1998 -- eleven years to the day later -- the newly renamed "Sunday Baroque" was launched as a national program on four pilot stations in addition to WSHU: WGUC Cincinnati, KBAQ Phoenix, WETA Washington, DC, and WUSF Tampa. Today, more than 170 stations across the United States broadcast the program to hundreds of thousands of listeners, and Sunday Baroque is still growing as we continue to welcome new stations and new music lovers.

Reflecting on these 30 amazing years, it's clear that listeners like you are the core of our success and growth by every measure. Your calls, letters, emails, and Facebook interactions have provided encouragement, feedback, motivation, guidance and inspiration. You have touched my heart with your countless stories of how the music on Sunday Baroque has entertained, comforted, inspired, amused, and illuminated you in some way. You played the music for your family, and now your kids tell me they grew up listening to the program! And your financial support of Sunday Baroque on your local public radio station has literally made it all possible.