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Future of Classical
You may have recently seen headlines about the potential elimination of federal funding for public media. KVNO’s General Manager, Sherry Brownrigg, shares what’s at stake if federal funding is eliminated.
Read Her Blog PostLive Broadcast
Join KVNO’s Coleen Cook and Sherry Brownrigg on Saturday, May 31, at 7:25 p.m. for the live broadcast of the Omaha Symphony’s Negrón, Grieg & Shostakovich 5.
Find Out MoreMorning Classics
Join Jeff Koterba every week day morning and start your day with the greatest music of all time. Jeff shares stories, his artwork, and some classical history on the Morning Classics page.
See MoreClassical Kids
KVNO has been honoring students who play, sing or compose for over twenty years. Each monthly Classical Kid receives a $300 scholarship from the Soener Foundation.
Latest in the Arts
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May 13th, 2025
Parks Department Plays Key Role in City’s Growing Arts Scene
In Omaha, the Parks & Recreation Department, led by Director Matthew Kalcevich, is blending creativity and community by guiding the city’s public art efforts in parks.
May 12th, 2025
American Mariachi: Omaha Community Playhouse’s First All Hispanic Production
American Mariachi takes audiences into a 1970s Mexican American community, where Lucha cares for her ailing mother but dreams of something more.
May 9th, 2025
Young Artists Showcase their Talent in UNO BFA Thesis and BASA Senior Exhibition.
With Omaha’s vibrant arts scene, it’s no surprise that graduating UNO students are showcasing their talent in the BFA Thesis and BASA Senior Exhibition.
May 8th, 2025
Pass the Popcorn: Film Streams and Common Senses Festival Explore Inclusion with “Sensorium Ex”
Film Streams and the Common Senses Festival have partnered this year to present a series of films exploring sensory experience, inclusion, and accessibility in the arts.
May 7th, 2025
Shelly Mutum’s ‘Between Two Covers’ Book Review
Book lovers in Omaha have a new reason to tune in as Shelly Mutum, owner of The Next Chapter bookstore, returns to the airwaves with her segment Between Two Covers.
May 6th, 2025
Schubert’s Chamber Masterpieces By ‘OCMS’
The timeless music of Franz Schubert will once again echo through the halls of the Omaha Conservatory of Music as the Omaha Chamber Music Society presents the third concert of its 2025 Heritage Series.
May 5th, 2025
Music: A Medicine for All, Nebraska Medical Orchestra Uses Tunes for Wellness
The Nebraska Medical Orchestra brings together healthcare professionals through music, offering both creative expression and a powerful remedy for stress and burnout.
May 2nd, 2025
Transporting Audiences to Paradise: Omaha Playhouse Presents Escape to Margaritaville
The Omaha Community Playhouse’s *Escape to Margaritaville* blends tropical vibes and classic Jimmy Buffett hits in a feel-good musical about love, change, and finding your own paradise.
Scherzo: A Blog from the Hosts of KVNO
See More Blog PostsMay 1st, 2025
The Future of Classical Music on the Airwaves: A Cautionary Tale
While we remain hopeful that Congress and the federal government will continue to support public broadcasting, we must prepare for a future where that may not be the case. That’s where you come in.
March 26th, 2025
A Musical Conversation
It was incredible to hear a clarinetist play what was intended for a string instrument—all that circular breathing.
March 12th, 2025
A salute to the chief for Irish music
However, O’Neill’s great legacy involved his passion for music from home.
February 19th, 2025
Chilaquiles, Remedy Bottles and Memories
I took my time savoring the chilaquiles while a young man played his guitar for tips.