From the Top

From the Top is a nationwide American program and initiative to develop and showcase young classical musicians. It is best known for its NPR radio and PBS television programs hosted by pianist Christopher O'Riley, which concern the passion, dedication and personal stories of America's best young classical musicians.

Through entertaining radio and television broadcasts, a national tour of live events, education programs and community outreach, From the Top celebrates pre-collegiate musicians in the same light that has traditionally been reserved for America’s great young athletes.

From the Top’s landmark radio showcase of America’s top young classical musicians with host Christopher O'Riley is distributed by NPR to nearly 250 public radio stations nationwide. Among the most popular programs on public radio, From the Top reaches more than 700,000 loyal listeners each week. From the Top's radio program weaves together high-caliber artistic performances with interview segments that reveal the personalities of each featured performer. Each radio broadcast highlights five soloists and/or chamber ensembles. Host Christopher O'Riley serves as interviewer, musical coach, and accompanist for the program.

From the Top at Carnegie Hall, the Emmy-nominated PBS series produced by From the Top, WGBH Boston, and Don Mischer Productions, in partnership with Carnegie Hall, provides an intimate, and often funny, glimpse at the lives of young musicians who pursue life with passion, dedication and joy. Hosted by acclaimed concert pianist Christopher O'Riley, the program captures the excitement and magic of their Carnegie Hall debut. Based on the popular NPR radio program From the Top, this Emmy-nominated PBS series gives a backstage pass to meet America's most talented young classical musicians.

From the Top tapes its radio show before live audiences in venues coast-to-coast, including From the Top’s home at New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall, the Library of Congress, Houston Grand Opera, Aspen Music Festival and School and more. From the Top presents in-school programs in conjunction with many of these live events creating community value for its partnering presenters.

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