How does classical music stay relevant in today's world? And will it continue to find new audiences, especially for contemporary compositions? We'll hear from a current American composer, a singer and a music educator about the resonance of classical music today. Maine Public's own Robin Rilette will also add her perspective to the conversation.
Guests: Robert Kyr, composer, whose work "The Cloud of Unknowing" will be performed by the Oratorio Chorale in Maine this weekend
Estelí Gomez, Grammy-winning soprano will be featured in the performance; she tours with the contemporary octet Roomful of Teeth.
Emily Isaacson, artistic director, Oratorio Chorale; she’s a conductor, singer and music educator