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Your Playlist for Hangin’ in the Hammock
Explore Rik Malone's recommended playlist for a perfect California summer experience. From relaxing hammock tunes to music that transports you to distant places, enjoy your summer with these iconic pieces.
A River Runs Through This Music
Explore the stories behind classical compositions inspired by rivers, from Smetana's The Moldau to Beglarian's BRIM: The River Project, and their transformative power.
Finding Inspiration in Birds: Sibelius’s Fifth Symphony
Explore how composers like Vivaldi, Sibelius, and Rautavaara have incorporated birdsong into their music, from The Four Seasons to Cantus Arcticus.
The Poetic Inspiration Behind Ralph Vaughan Williams’ “The Lark Ascending”
Explore the inspiration behind Ralph Vaughan Williams' The Lark Ascending, a violin piece based on an 1880s British poem. Discover why this music continues to captivate listeners.
The Many Lives of the “The Flower Duet”
Explore the #75 entry on the Classical California Ultimate Playlist: the Flower Duet from Delibes' opera Lakme. Discover its use in TV, film, and creative remixes.
Your Playlist for a Summer Kayak Paddle
Explore California's summer with KUSC's music recommendations for kayaking adventures. From L. Peter Deutch's Ocean Air to Mendelssohn's Midsummer Night's Dream Overture, enjoy the journey!
A Sampling of Birdcalls in the Concert Hall
Explore how composers like Beethoven, Handel, and Respighi have imitated bird songs in their works, from the cuckoo's call to the nightingale's song.
Classical Californians: Noreen Green
Conductor Noreen Green is our Classical Californian this week.
“Trio”: Three Upcoming SoCal Events We Think You’ll Enjoy Each Week
Explore upcoming events this week in Southern California...
Saturday Morning CarTunes: The Marimba
A look at the marimba - now a mainstay of the orchestra's percussion section, as well as a solo instrument
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Classical California's special broadcast featuring AAPI musicians and composers on May 13th, 3-5pm.
Classical Californians: Anne Akiko Meyers
Classical Californian violinist Anne Akiko Meyers shares her favorite music pieces, including concertos, film scores, and choral works. She recently released Fandango by Arturo Márquez.
Saturday Morning CarTunes: The Snare Drum
A look at how the Snare Drum has made it from the battlefield to the concert hall