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Dianne Nicolini

Classical California Movie Magic Radio
Dianne was the first female full-time announcer on KXTR in Kansas City, on KKHI in San Francisco, and on KDFC. She was inducted into the Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame in 2016, and had a day named after her in San Francisco back in 2005. After growing up in Oakland, Dianne received a BA in Dramatic Art at UC Berkeley. She earned an MA in Theater at the University of Missouri in Kansas City. Dianne has kept midday listeners company on KDFC (since 1994), KUSC (since 2014), and today you can hear her all across Classical California! If you ask her, the best part of her job is her incredible colleagues! The one thing she wishes everyone knew about classical music is that you don’t need to know anything about classical music to enjoy it!

Stream Classical California Movie Music Playlist with Dianne Nicolini

Lights! Camera! Music! Join Dianne Nicolini for hours and hours of favorite film scores and music that makes the silver screen sing.

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Shows for Dianne Nicolini

Classical Music with Dianne NicoliniMonday - Friday3:00 PM - 5:00 PMClassical Music with Dianne NicoliniSaturday7:00 PM - 9:00 PMClassical California All-NightSunday10:00 PM - 12:00 AMClassical California at the MoviesMonday - Sunday12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

MORE WITH Dianne Nicolini

Open Ears: The Groundbreaking, All-Too-Brief Life of Calvin Simmons

Open Ears: The Groundbreaking, All-Too-Brief Life of Calvin Simmons

"Discover the life and legacy of Calvin Simmons, the first African American to lead a major American orchestra, whose contributions to classical music are at risk of being forgotten."

02/27/2026
The Many Lives of the “The Flower Duet”

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.

01/01/2026
Elgar’s “Enigma Variations”

Elgar’s “Enigma Variations”

Explore the intriguing history of Edward Elgar's Enigma Variations, composed in 1898-99. Discover how this piece, inspired by Elgar's friends and personal experiences, established his fame.

11/15/2025
Memories

Memories

Dianne Nicolini shares her memories as two radio stations form Classical California.

11/06/2025
Celebrate The Fourth With Gershwin and Dianne's Favorite Side Dish

Celebrate The Fourth With Gershwin and Dianne's Favorite Side Dish

Dianne's All American Potato Salad

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Your Ultimate Relaxation Playlist

Your Ultimate Relaxation Playlist

Explore KUSC's Summer Relaxation Playlist curated by Dianne, featuring iconic pieces from Mozart, Fauré, Beethoven, Satie, and Bach for a serene summer experience.

07/17/2023