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Classical Californians: Ming Luke | Tune in Wednesday at 7pm!
Tune in Wednesday at 7pm to hear our next Classical Californian, conductor Ming Luke
Classical California Hits the Books: A Back-to-School Playlist
Music for brainpower, studying, and all things school.
Classical Californians: Raynor Carroll
This week's Classical Californian is Percussionist Raynor Carroll
Classical Californians: Mary Kouyoumdjian
This week's Classical Californian is composer Mary Kouyoumdjian
The Classical Music You Heard at the 2024 Olympic Opening Ceremony
The 2024 Paris Olympics got off to a spectacular start with the Opening Ceremony, featuring the sights and sounds of French national treasures, from the Seine and the Eiffel Tower to the country’s rich heritage of classical music. Here are some of the selections played during the Opening Ceremony.
Classical Californians: Leonard Slatkin
This week's Classical Californian is Conductor Leonard Slatkin
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.
Classical Californians: Ming Luke
This week's Classical Californian is Bay Area conductor Ming Luke
Classical Californians: Ben Shirley
This week's Classical Californian is composer Ben Shirley
Chapman Challenge: What’s the Spookiest Instrument?
In this Chapman Challenge, Alan discusses the spookiest instruments in honor of Halloween, highlighting the eerie sounds of the theremin and the scary potential of violins.
10 Composers From Across Latin America We’re Celebrating This Month!
Explore the rich heritage of Hispanic music through these 10 influential composers, from Teresa Carreño to Gabriela Ortiz.
Classical Californians: Francesco Lecce-Chong
This week our Classical Californian is Santa Rosa Symphony Music Director, Francesco Lecce-Chong
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.
