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Fall

A Playlist to Celebrate All Things Fall

A Playlist to Celebrate All Things Fall

Explore the beauty of autumn through music with this curated list of compositions inspired by the season's warm colors, chilly weather, and melancholic mood.

11/27/2024
With Fall Upon Us, Discover the Poetry in Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons”

With Fall Upon Us, Discover the Poetry in Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons”

Explore Vivaldi's Four Seasons concertos, each inspired by a sonnet possibly penned by Vivaldi himself. Discover how each sonnet perfectly fits the music's rhythm.

09/16/2024
Classical California Hits the Books: A Back-to-School Playlist

Classical California Hits the Books: A Back-to-School Playlist

Music for brainpower, studying, and all things school.

08/21/2024
With Fall Upon Us, Discover the Poetry in Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons”

With Fall Upon Us, Discover the Poetry in Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons”

Explore Vivaldi's Four Seasons concertos, each inspired by a sonnet possibly penned by Vivaldi himself. Discover how each sonnet perfectly fits the music's rhythm.

11/04/2021
An Autumn Playlist In Case You’re Not Ready For Christmas Music Yet

An Autumn Playlist In Case You’re Not Ready For Christmas Music Yet

This article discusses the author's frustration with the early arrival of Christmas, their love for Thanksgiving, and their disdain for the overuse of pumpkin spice. They also share an autumn playlist.

10/30/2019

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