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Happy Retirement to Robin Pressman
It is with both joy and a touch of sadness that we announce the retirement of Robin Pressman, who will be signing off from Classical California on July 31.
What Makes Maurice Ravel's Boléro So Captivating?
Maurice Ravel’s Boléro made #22 on this year’s Classical California Ultimate Playlist. Host Robin Pressman explains what makes this piece so popular.
An Ode to An Ode to Joy
Lara Downes describes why Beethoven’s music still matters after 255 years, exploring the timeless power of his “Ode to Joy” and its role in shaping history.
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.
These Rides Really Sleigh
Brian Lauritzen gallops into the holidays with these compositions about sleigh rides.
Music for the Whole Family
Solomon Reynolds reflects on his earliest memories of classical music and sharing the tradition with future generations.
Something Old, Something New
Alan Chapman shares the best of baroque to modern music.
Memories
Dianne Nicolini shares her memories as two radio stations form Classical California.
