Musicology

Twentieth Century Topics: Switching Gears

Alan Chapman reveals how Aaron Copland and Arvo Pärt reinvented themselves and in the process reshaped twentieth‑century music and deepened its connection with audiences worldwide.

03/19/2026

Something for the Kids

A look at classical music written for children—and inspired by their games, stories, and imaginations.

01/29/2026

A Deep Dive into Beethoven's Beloved Symphony No. 9

Brian Lauritzen dives deep into Beethoven's timeless 9th Symphony

12/16/2025

Something Old, Something New

Alan Chapman shares the best of baroque to modern music.

11/13/2025

Real Time Composing with composer William Goldstein

Q& A with acclaimed composer, pianist, and innovator: William Goldstein.

11/09/2025

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.

03/23/2020

The Story Behind the “Borrowed” Melodies of Brahms and Liszt

This article explores how composers Brahms and Liszt incorporated Hungarian folk music into their works, sometimes mistakenly using other composers' pieces.

03/01/2020

MORE TO DISCOVER

Lullabies for Logan

New grandparent and Classical California host, Dianne Nicolini, curates a list of lullabies for her grandchild, Logan.

03/25/2026

Virtuosity and Nostalgia: Teresa Carreño and Chopin

Explore the life and music of Teresa Carreño, a South American composer and pianist, and her significant influence from Frédéric Chopin.

03/13/2026

The World’s Top 5 Classical Music Destinations to Add to Your Bucket List

Explore the rich musical history of Vienna, Salzburg, Milan, Leipzig, and London. Discover iconic venues, museums, and homes of legendary composers in these classical music cities.

03/12/2026

It Might As Well Be Spring at Classical California

Maggie Clennon Reberg celebrates the arrival of spring as a time of artistic inspiration, global renewal, and musical reflection, offering a themed playlist and inviting you to share your own seasonal traditions.

03/12/2026

Fanny Mendelssohn Finally Gets Her Due

Fanny Mendelssohn's lost masterpiece, misattributed to her brother for 150 years, is finally recognized as hers, shedding light on her overlooked musical talent.

03/08/2026

Marin Alsop’s Purple Baton: Empowering the Leaders of Tomorrow

Classical California’s Lara Downes talks with trailblazing conductor Marin Alsop about the #PurpleBaton movement and the future of women on the podium.

03/03/2026

Musicology

RELATED TOPICS

MORE TO DISCOVER

MORE TO DISCOVER