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Jennifer Miller Hammel

With a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a Master of Music degree, Jennifer Miller Hammel moved to Los Angeles to become an opera and session singer and landed a starring role behind the mic on KUSC and KDFC. She has been performing professionally as a vocalist, recording artist, and pianist since her teenage years, with career highlights that include Gounod’s "Faust" (as Marguerite), "Ragtime" (as Mother), soprano soloist in "Carmina Burana," Poulenc’s "Gloria," and Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, plus various productions in the ensembles of Opera Santa Barbara and Long Beach Opera. It’s not a huge secret, but Jennifer happens to be an avid gamer which she shows to full effect on Classical California's Arcade! When it comes to classical music, Jennifer wants listeners to know how much we can all learn from the life experience of the people behind the music.

Stream Arcade with Jennifer Miller Hammel

Classical California’s Jennifer Miller Hammel takes the controller to enchant you with hours and hours of today and yesterday’s music for interactive games, plus classical pieces used in games or that inspired today’s composers.

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Shows for Jennifer Miller Hammel

Classical Music with Jennifer Miller HammelMonday - Friday4:00 AM - 9:00 AMArcade Turns 2!Saturday5:00 PM - 7:00 PMThe Opera ShowSunday9:00 PM - 10:00 PMFrom Mozart to Mushroom KingdomMonday - Sunday12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

MORE WITH Jennifer Miller Hammel

The Classical California Guide to Opera: The Essential Top 5 of Opera

The Classical California Guide to Opera: The Essential Top 5 of Opera

Explore the world of opera with this guide, featuring 5 essential pieces from Puccini, Wagner, Mozart, Rossini, Bizet, and a bonus from Verdi. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

09/30/2025
Finding Beauty in Historical Ruins

Finding Beauty in Historical Ruins

Explore how ancient ruins inspire classical music, from Felix's Scottish Symphony inspired by Holyrood Palace to Zipoli's works found in decaying South American churches.

09/27/2025
The Wheel of Fortune: Spring, Spirits, and Seeking Love in “Carmina Burana”

The Wheel of Fortune: Spring, Spirits, and Seeking Love in “Carmina Burana”

Explore the history and significance of Carl Orff's 1936 choral masterpiece, Carmina Burana, from its Latin origins to its global recognition today.

09/17/2025
George Gershwin Captures the Sounds of Paris

George Gershwin Captures the Sounds of Paris

Explore the inspiration and creation of George Gershwin's symphonic poem, An American in Paris, its initial reception, and its enduring popularity in music and film.

07/08/2025
An Opera Al Fresco Playlist for A Perfect Evening Under the Stars

An Opera Al Fresco Playlist for A Perfect Evening Under the Stars

Enjoy an enchanting evening under the stars with these operatic gems handpicked by Jennifer Miller Hammel. From Hoffmann's Barcarolle to Turandot's Nessun dorma, each piece sets a unique mood.

06/23/2025
The Lesser-Known History of “Jingle Bells”

The Lesser-Known History of “Jingle Bells”

Explore the history of the iconic Christmas song "Jingle Bells," from its creation by James Lord Pierpont in 1850 to its evolution and various renditions by famous artists over the years.

12/17/2024