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Glissando Back-to-School Special
This school year, Classical California aims to inspire a new generation to fall in love with classical music. So you're invited to the Glissando Back-to-School Special, hosted by Suraj Partha.
A Lovely New Lullaby Just in Time for Mother’s Day
Violinist Anne Akiko Meyers celebrates Mothers' Day with a recording of "Estonian Lullaby", a piece written for her by Arvo Pärt. The lullaby holds a special place in her heart.
Hidden Gems for a Musical Mother’s Day
Explore classical music pieces celebrating mothers, featuring works by Amy Beach, John Ireland, Robert Schumann, Richard Wagner, Dvořák, and Josef Suk, all inspired by motherhood.
Learning About Music: New Digital Resources for All Ages
Explore various online resources for classical music education during quarantine, including free courses, virtual museum tours, and interactive lessons for both kids and adults.
How Classical Music Powers a Child’s Brain
A study by USC's Brain and Creativity Institute reveals that classical music training in kids enhances brain function, boosts cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Postponed: KUSC Kids Discovery Day at the Bowers
The KUSC Kids Discovery Day at Bowers Museum, initially scheduled for April 5th, has been postponed. The new date will be communicated soon.
A Big Success at KUSC’s First Orange County Kids Discovery Day
KUSC's first Kids Discovery Day at Bowers Museum saw nearly 2,000 Orange County kids enjoy live classical music, dance, and arts activities. The event was a collaborative success.
Did our Notes from the Fires friends find something to be grateful for on Thanksgiving? Spoiler Alert: Yes.
Notes from the Fires host, John Rabe asks Christopher Still, the second trumpet for the LA Phil, “How was your Thanksgiving?”
These Rides Really Sleigh
Brian Lauritzen gallops into the holidays with these compositions about sleigh rides.
Classical California and the LA Phil!
Classical California and the LA Phil – 2025-2026 Season
Beethoven’s Quartet of ‘Thanksgiving’
Beethoven's String Quartet in A Minor, Op. 132, features a movement expressing gratitude for recovery from illness. It alternates between prayerful chorales and lively sections, reflecting his mortality.
The Story Behind “Appalachian Spring,” the Ballet
Explore the history of Appalachian Spring, a ballet commissioned by Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge, composed by Aaron Copland, and choreographed by Martha Graham.
Music for the Whole Family
Solomon Reynolds reflects on his earliest memories of classical music and sharing the tradition with future generations.
