Music

For 25 years, the Serenata Orchestra has been bringing music to the Treasure Valley, providing free concerts to the community, so that everybody has the chance to experience the classics.

Local youth musicians are taking part in a four-day workshop with the Boise Baroque Orchestra and will showcase their work in an upcoming summer concert.

Five years ago, the COVID pandemic hit, leaving musicians around the world stuck at home. For one performer though, this period of isolation served as one of the most "creative periods" of his life.

A new film is looking at the changing face of opera and what it takes to become a star.

Seniors and others living in care homes often find it hard to get out and see a live concert, which is why one nonprofit is bringing music right to their doors.

Our beloved music host Arthur Balinger has retired after 47 years on-air. And though there is no way to replace the legendary music host, Boise State Public Radio Music has debuted new hosts and programs from a range of genres on our schedule to keep listeners grooving. 🎶

Our Living Lands Producer Daniel Spaulding sat down with Taylar Stagnar to talk about her reporting on the connection between Indigenous metal music and climate change. For generations, Indigenous musicians have translated their anger into heavy metal.

Next month, the music of La Traviata will be coming to Opera Idaho with two special performances.

Next week blues artist Coco Montoya will be visiting Idaho for a very special celebration. But before his trip Idaho Matters wanted to find out more about his music and what inspires him.

Valentine’s Day is coming up fast, and the musicians at the Boise Baroque Orchestra are planning an evening of romance for friends and lovers.