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Music podcast

Classical Music Happy Hour

by WNYC, WQXR

Join renowned pianist and host Emanuel Ax for Classical Music Happy Hour: a new podcast full of music, merriment, and conversation. Manny (Emanuel) talks with an eclectic lineup of composers, performers, and creative voices from the world of classical music and beyond. Each episode explores the guest’s life and career, dives into their favorite classical gems, includes music-inspired games, and folds in questions from listeners. The result is a podcast that feels like a relaxed gathering of friends who love classical music and want others to join the party. Grab a cocktail and press play on a

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Latest episodes

  1. An Evening with Jon Batiste: Black Mozart Oct 28, 2026 · 55 min
  2. Manny Ax Remembers the Magic of Horowitz Sep 21, 2026 · 36 min
  3. Manny in the Hot Seat Sep 2, 2026 · 6 min
  4. Why Manny Loves Aida: A Special from Aria Code Aug 21, 2026 · 45 min
  5. A Special Live Edition of Classical Music Happy Hour Aug 5, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
  6. Manny Ax wants to hear from you! Jul 10, 2026 · 1 min
  7. Ray Chen - superstar violinist wants you to practice May 27, 2026 · 35 min
  8. Paquito D’Rivera -Beef, Beans and Benny (Goodman) May 20, 2026 · 28 min
  9. Yefim Bronfman - master of the keyboard May 13, 2026 · 33 min
  10. Isabel Hagen - likes a good viola joke May 6, 2026 · 32 min

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