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Amplify Season 4: Lara Downes Talks With Brian Stokes Mitchell
Classical California resident artist Lara Downes sits talks with actor and singer Brian Stokes Mitchell. She refers to Stokes, as he likes to be called, one of her heroes since the first time she saw him starring in the original production of Ragtime on Broadway in the late '90s.
Announcing Season 4 of Amplify
Amplify with Lara Downes is a video series that highlights Black creatives as they shape art and culture.
Into the Storm with Composer Inon Zur
Explore the musical journey of composer Inon Zur, from his early days in Israel to scoring for popular video games like Fallout and Dragon Age, and his latest album, Into the Storm.
Two Brothers Score Two Brothers in Pixar’s “Onward”
Pixar's latest film, Onward, features a score by brothers Mychael and Jeff Danna. The movie combines a fantasy premise with a true-to-life emotional core.
Listen to Interviews with Oscar-Nominated Film Score Composers On Demand
Explore interviews with Oscar-nominated film composers on KUSC at the Movies, including Thomas Newman, Alexandre Desplat, Randy Newman, John Williams, and Hildur Guðnadóttir.
From Online Advice Column to the Stage: Nia Vardalos Discusses “Tiny Beautiful Things”
"Tiny Beautiful Things," a stage play adapted and starred by Nia Vardalos, is previewing at the Pasadena Playhouse. The play, based on Cheryl Strayed's advice column, runs until May 5th.
The Oscar-Winning Composer Who Transformed “Joker”
Icelandic cellist Hildur Guðnadottir, known for her Emmy-winning score for HBO's Chernobyl, won an Oscar for her transformative score in Joker.
Amplify with Lara Downes: Season 4
"Amplify with Lara Downes" eavesdrops on convivial conversations with today’s leading Black artists.
“Trio”: Three Upcoming SoCal Events We Think You’ll Enjoy Each Week
Explore upcoming events this week in Southern California...
WATCH: SKY Concert Featuring Jake Heggie
On May 30th, 2024 our evening host and resident artist pianist Lara Downes welcomes two longtime friends and musical collaborators: the legendary mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade and San Francisco’s own legend-in-the-making Jake Heggie, considered one of the world's most popular 21st-century opera and art song composers.
Valentine’s Day Playlists for the Creative Thinker
Celebrate Valentine's Day with unique playlists, featuring love songs from video games, obscure modern classical pieces, and a dark side-inspired list for Star Wars fans.
Bolero: Classical or Pop?
Explore the rich history of bolero music, from its classical and popular beginnings in Cuba and Spain to its evolution and influence in Latin America and beyond.
How to Make Stuffing à la Rossini
Discover how to make Rossini-inspired truffle stuffing, a favorite of the great composer. Follow our step-by-step recipe and enjoy this gourmet dish at home.
Amplify: Bassist Christian McBride
Bassist Christian McBride discusses his career, influences, and the blending of jazz and classical music with Lara Downes on Amplify.