John Kuntz acted as Lead Video Producer & Editor — developed in collaboration with featured artist, talent, and remote production team.
As organist of the Royal Chapel at the Palace of Versailles, Robin carries forward a distinctly French tradition, one that connects him to composers like François Couperin, Maurice Ravel, and Jean-Baptiste Lully. During his visit to The Catholic Church of St. Olaf in downtown Minneapolis, Robin performed on the Lively-Fulcher pipe organ, offering a rare chance to hear this repertoire brought to life by one of today’s leading interpreters. Pipedreams host, Michael Barone, explores that lineage and sound world with Robin. Keep an eye out as we continue releasing more from this special visit.
John Kuntz acted as Lead Video Producer & Editor.
Host Julie Amacher speaks with countertenor Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen, and pianist John Churchwell about their most recent recording featuring music by Korngold, Brahms, and Clara and Robert Schumann.
John Kuntz acted as Lead Video Producer & Editor — oversaw creative direction from development through final delivery.
Meet organist and conductor Anna Lapwood who visited the University of Minnesota at Northrop on her US tour. She played the Northrop's Aeolian-Skinner Opus 892 pipe organ with 108 ranks and nearly 7,000 pipes.
John Kuntz acted as Lead Video Producer & Editor.
Amanda Forsyth shares the story of her “California Mom,” Great Aunt Karin Larson, and the deep bond they formed throughout her childhood and adult years. She reflects on Karin’s passion for classical music, her connection to YourClassical, and the values that shaped the Karin Larson YourClassical Prize. Amanda offers a glimpse into the spirit behind the Prize and why emerging artists are encouraged to apply.
John Kuntz acted as Lead Video Producer & Editor — Led talent outreach, interview, creative development, and remote production logistics.
Pipedreams had the pleasure of meeting organist and professor Nicole Keller during her visit at Hamline Church United Methodist in St. Paul, Minnesota.
John Kuntz acted as Lead Video Producer & Editor.
Jeff Larson reflects on the life and legacy of his aunt, Karin Larson, whose generosity, conviction, and love of classical music continue to inspire the Karin Larson YourClassical Prize. He shares stories of Karin’s work, her belief in supporting artists, and the close family relationship that shaped his understanding of her character. Through his perspective, applicants are invited to learn more about Karin’s values and to see themselves as part of the future she hoped to nurture.
John Kuntz acted as lead Video Producer & Editor — oversaw creative direction from development through final delivery.
Northfielder violinist Anna Pitsavas Wakely is the winner of the 2025 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize in the Emerging Artist category. In this interview, she talks about how she began playing violin, explains her submission, and tells us about her experience participating in the Karin Larson YourClassical Prize.
John Kuntz acted as Lead Video Producer — produced and coordinated remotely with performers, engineers, and venue staff.
Duluthian organist Agnes Barthel is the winner of the 2025 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize in the Preprofessional Musician category. In this interview, she talks about how she began playing organ, gives us a rundown of the instrument, explains her submission, and tells us about her experience participating in the Karin Larson YourClassical Prize.
