Inmates in Italy's largest prison crafted violins out of weathered migrant boats for the Orchestra of the Sea, who played the instruments at Milan's Teatro alla Scala.

The thoughtful pianist from Iceland plays a set of gentle pieces — from Bach to Bartók — evoking nostalgic memories of his childhood.

In January 2021 cellist and composer Joshua Roman suffered a bout with COVID-19. More than three years later, he's still living with career-threatening symptoms of long COVID. Roman's journey has taught him to let go of the illusion of perfectionism and embrace his humanity. It has also led him to embark on some cutting-edge projects that join classical music and wellness.

Two adventurous musicians trace the history of their fruitful collaboration in a set of pieces both ferocious and beautiful.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Grammy-winning baritone Will Liverman about his latest album — Show Me The Way — honoring women in classical music, past and present.