Breakfast Classics

Harpist Yolanda Kondonassis and the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Ward Stare recently collaborated on the album "American Rapture." The release includes the world premiere recording of Jennifer Higdon's Harp Concerto, written for and dedicated to Yolanda Kondonassis. Mike Goldberg recently spoke with Yolanda and Ward about this project.

Pianist Lara Downes recently released a new album "Holes in the Sky," a collection of music written and performed by today's leading female artists. She recently talked with Mike Goldberg about this intriguing project.

Israeli violinist Itamar Zorman recently released an album titled "Evocation" featuring the music of Paul Ben-Haim. Mike Goldberg talks with Zorman about his musical background and what led him to this rather unusual project.