Does a piano quartet need four pianos? Two pianos and four pianists? A piano quartet only needs one piano—played by one pianist—and joined by three musicians to play violin, viola, and cello. Get to know the sound of this unique combination with one of the cornerstones in the repertoire. Hear Camille Saint-Saëns' Piano Quartet, full of lyricism and spontaneity, in music tonight starting at 8pm on 91.1, 107.5, and on the WSHU music stream.

Poet and activist Maya Angelou wrote, “In minor ways we differ, in major we're the same.” Her message is amplified in Fanmi Imèn by Valerie Coleman that unites music from Asia, the Middle East, and Spain into a beautiful whole.

An orchestra performs the world premiere of a piece by the late Earth, Wind & Fire founder Maurice White, 23 years after he composed it.

You know that sound—deep, powerful, almost otherworldly. The pipe organ inInterstellar. It’s just one example of how “The King of Instruments” has shaped the sound of the movies. OnReel Music, you’ll hear unforgettable film themes,and the stories behind them. From Interstellar to20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and more… Reel Music—Saturday at 9 and Sunday at 6 on WSHU… 91.1, 107.5, and our music stream.

Founded in 1973 by a music-loving furniture salesman, the Fischoff National Chamber Music Association has grown into the world’s largest chamber music competition. Executive Director Josh Aerie talks about the organization’s mission to support young musicians through competition, education, and outreach.

The Jazz Loft in Stony Brook celebrates its 10th anniversary, evolving from a private collection into a vibrant hub for jazz history, education and community on Long Island.

To say that British composer Ethel Smyth was determined is putting it lightly. She dove into her music lessons as a kid, and then begged her father to let her study composition in Germany. Hear her first published piece, a string quintet that is filled with tenacity and grandeur.

Linda Perry wrote a series of hits in the early part of the 2000s, like Christina Aguilera's "Beautiful." Now, Perry's releasing her own album called "Let It Die Here."

Jessie Montgomery’s Divided lives up to its name. The music splits into separate lines... pulling in different directions, overlapping, sometimes clashing, sometimes lining up again. Jessie Montgomery’s Divided—tonight on WSHU, 91.1, 107.5, and our music stream.

We’re sending well-wishes to college graduates with a piece called Congratulations this morning, followed by music that expresses students’ and parents’ sighs of relief...Alleluia.