Chapman Challenge: The Story Behind Handel’s “Messiah”

In this Chapman Challenge, Alan discusses Handel's journey with oratorios, from his first encounter in Italy to his profitable English oratorios, culminating in the creation of Messiah.

Notes from the Fires: This episode might change your mind about spreadsheets. Really.

The publicist is Judy Miller Silverman and Notes from the Fires host, John Rabe, talk about her simple act that touched hundreds of thousands of people.

Classical Californians: Irene Messoloras | Tune in Wednesday at 7pm!

Irene Messoloras is a member of the University of California, Irvine music faculty, the conductor of Meridian, and this week's Classical Californian.

An Ode to An Ode to Joy

Lara Downes describes why Beethoven’s music still matters after 255 years, exploring the timeless power of his “Ode to Joy” and its role in shaping history.

Classical Californians: USC President Beong-Soo Kim

This week’s Classical Californian is cellist and the University of Southern California Interim President Beong-Soo Kim.