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.

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 California and the LA Phil!

Classical California and the LA Phil – 2025-2026 Season

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.

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.

Finding Your Voice: The Joy and Connection of Singing

Family singalongs, holiday carols, karaoke nights, Jennifer Miller Hammel knows singing isn’t just fun, it’s connection, health, and pure joy.

George Gershwin Captures the Sounds of Paris

Explore the inspiration and creation of George Gershwin's symphonic poem, An American in Paris, its initial reception, and its enduring popularity in music and film.

Notes from the Fires: Fire Victims Fight Trauma with Tradition

Pianists Natasha Marin and Maria Demina, friends for decades who play together as the DoubleSharp Piano Duo, speak with Notes from the Fires host John Rabe.

Saturday Morning Car Tunes: Franz Liszt

Make a list and check it twice... Lisztomania hits on a Saturday morning! Tune in this week to learn more about one of the greatest composer-pianists of the 19th century.

Harmonious Holiday Highlights

highlights from Classical California’s Harmonious Holidays 2025

These Rides Really Sleigh

Brian Lauritzen gallops into the holidays with these compositions about sleigh rides.