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“Arcade” Stream in The New York Times!

“Arcade” Stream in The New York Times!

"Jennifer Miller Hammel of Classical California introduces Arcade, a stream blending classical music and video game scores, challenging preconceptions and uniting diverse audiences."

11/15/2023
Classical Californians: Inon Zur

Classical Californians: Inon Zur

Composer Inon Zur, known for his video game scores, offers a playlist of his musical favorites. Discover his inspirations from Beethoven to Stravinsky, and his latest work for Starfield.

11/02/2023
The Classical California Ultimate Playlist Goes to the Arcade!

The Classical California Ultimate Playlist Goes to the Arcade!

Explore the top video game scores of 2022, from classics like The Legend of Zelda and Final Fantasy to newer entries like Skyrim and Fallout 4. Discover the music that shapes your gaming experience.

01/10/2023
A Brief Introduction to the Music of Final Fantasy

A Brief Introduction to the Music of Final Fantasy

Explore the history of Final Fantasy and its iconic music by Nobuo Uematsu. Learn how the franchise's music has become a staple in orchestral concerts and game music events.

10/04/2020
Into the Storm with Composer Inon Zur

Into the Storm with Composer Inon Zur

Explore the musical journey of composer Inon Zur, from his early days in Israel to scoring for popular video games like Fallout and Dragon Age, and his latest album, Into the Storm.

10/04/2020
Practicing Piano via Video Games

Practicing Piano via Video Games

Explore your musical skills with Pianista: The Legendary Virtuoso on Nintendo Switch. Play challenging piano works, compete globally, and unlock new content as you progress.

03/19/2020
Celebrate the Memorable Music of “Assassin’s Creed”

Celebrate the Memorable Music of “Assassin’s Creed”

The Dolby Theater is hosting the Assassin’s Creed Symphony, celebrating the music of the video game series. KUSC's Jennifer Miller interviews original composer, Jesper Kyd.

11/05/2019

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