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Open Ears: The Endlessly Unfolding Story of Margaret Bonds
Explore the underappreciated life and work of Margaret Bonds, a pioneering Black composer and pianist, whose music is still being discovered 46 years after her death.
Open Ears: The Resurrection of Florence B. Price
Explore the life and legacy of Florence B. Price, the first African American woman to have a symphony performed by a major orchestra.
Celebrating Black History Month
Celebrating Black History in classical music all month long.
Classical Californians: Kris Bowers
This week's Classical Californian is composer Kris Bowers
6 Pieces By Black Composers Whose Inspirations and Innovations Have Helped Define Our American Sound
Explore the rich history and contributions of Black composers in American music, from pioneers like Florence Price to contemporary artists like Kris Bowers and Jon Batiste.
Gay Guerilla: Julius Eastman Comes to Los Angeles
This article explores the life and work of Julius Eastman, a gay Black American composer who fused jazz and classical music. It discusses his struggle with identity, his unique compositions, and his posthumous recognition.
Classical Californians: Billy Childs
Jazz pianist/Composer Billy Childs is our Classical Californian
Classical Californians: Vincent Womack | Tune in Wednesday at 7pm!
Meet Vincent Womack, the music director at Foshay Learning Center, was also the on-screen conductor in the movie The Last Repair Shop.
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Classical California
The Favorite Eats of Classical Composers
Explore the culinary preferences of famous composers like Rossini, Mozart, Hildegard, Chopin, and Satie, and how food influenced their lives and works.
Classical Californians: Lina González-Granados
Lina González-Granados, resident conductor of the Los Angeles Opera is this week's Classical Californian
Classical Californians: Jeremy Cohen
This week's Classical Californian is violinist Jeremy Cohen, founder of Quartet San Francisco
Classical Californians: Etienne Gara
This week our Classical Californian is violinist Etienne Gara, founder and Artistic Director of Delirium Musicum
