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Don’t Miss “At Home with Esa-Pekka” | Tonight 6PM PT/9PM ET
Join Esa-Pekka Salonen, renowned Finnish conductor, on KUSC for a one-hour program of his favorite music. Tune in Tuesday-Friday, 6-7 PM PT.
Esa-Pekka Salonen and the Colburn School Train a New Generation of Conductors
Esa-Pekka Salonen to lead Negaunee Conducting Program at Colburn School, offering real-world conducting experience. First class starts this fall.
San Francisco Symphony’s Sensational Coup
Esa-Pekka Salonen, renowned conductor and composer, is set to take over as music director of the San Francisco Symphony, marking a significant return to California.
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With federal funding rescinded, the future of Classical California depends on us, all of us. The Harmony Fund will inspire others to give and ensure that the world’s greatest music remains free, accessible, and inspiring for generations to come. Together, we can keep this cultural treasure alive.
Notes from the Fires: Earworm Alert! Her James Bond improvisations will stick with you … and her resilience will inspire you.
Notes from the Fires host John Rabe talked with the Gold Record-winning composer and keyboardist, Starr Parodi.
10 Composers From Across Latin America We’re Celebrating This Month!
Explore the rich heritage of Hispanic music through these 10 influential composers, from Teresa Carreño to Gabriela Ortiz.
Notes from the Fires: Fabulous Freelance Flutist Larry Kaplan
Notes from the Fires host, John Rabe talks with Freelance Flutist, Larry Kaplan.
Finding Beauty in Historical Ruins
Explore how ancient ruins inspire classical music, from Felix's Scottish Symphony inspired by Holyrood Palace to Zipoli's works found in decaying South American churches.
Notes from the Fires: Sneak Preview: How the fires shaped the composition that helps kick off the LA Phil’s season
Ellen Reid, composer, chats with Notes from the Fires host, John Rabe, about her new composition "Earth Between Oceans".