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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.
The Mystery Behind Scriabin’s Mystic Chord
Explore the life of Russian composer Alexander Scriabin, his obsession with the occult, and his creation of the "mystic chord" used in his compositions.
Elgar’s “Enigma Variations”
Explore the intriguing history of Edward Elgar's Enigma Variations, composed in 1898-99. Discover how this piece, inspired by Elgar's friends and personal experiences, established his fame.
A Playlist to Celebrate All Things Fall
Explore the beauty of autumn through music with this curated list of compositions inspired by the season's warm colors, chilly weather, and melancholic mood.
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.
10 More Composers With Latin American Roots You Should Know
Explore the lives and works of ten influential female composers from Latin America, spanning various genres and periods, from opera to electronic music.
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What if I told you that music and colors are more connected than you think? Let’s listen to some colorful pictures!
The Many Lives of the “The Flower Duet”
Explore the Flower Duet from Delibes' opera Lakme. Discover its use in TV, film, and creative remixes.
Notes from the Fires: Fire Victims Fight Trauma with Tradition
Pianists Natasha Marin and Maria Demina, friends for decades who play together as the DoubleSharp Piano Duo, speak with Notes from the Fires host John Rabe.
Classical Californians: USC President Beong-Soo Kim | Tune in Wednesday at 7pm!
This week’s Classical Californian is cellist and the University of Southern California Interim President Beong Soo Kim.
Finding Your Voice: The Joy and Connection of Singing
Family singalongs, holiday carols, karaoke nights, Jennifer Miller Hammel knows singing isn’t just fun, it’s connection, health, and pure joy.
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.
