The Many Lives of the “The Flower Duet”

Explore the Flower Duet from Delibes' opera Lakme. Discover its use in TV, film, and creative remixes.

Music for the Whole Family

Solomon Reynolds reflects on his earliest memories of classical music and sharing the tradition with future generations.

Albums of the Year | 2025

Top albums of 2025 according to the music programmers at Classical California.

Your Invitation to the Ultimate New Year’s Eve Party!

Maggie Clennon Reberg invites you to join Classical California's Ultimate New Year's Eve Party, featuring your top 101 selections from 2025.

Chapman Challenge: The History of Handbells

In this Chapman Challenge, Alan explains the history of handbells, their transition from bell tower practice tools to melody instruments, and how melodies are divided among ringers in a handbell choir.

The Secret Story Behind Tchaikovsky’s Mysterious Celesta in “The Nutcracker”

Explore the history of the celesta, a unique instrument used in Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker and Harry Potter's theme. Discover how it went from obscurity to symphony staple.