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Rik Malone

Rik supervises the music programming that reaches over 800,000 people each week, including people who never thought they would ever like classical music. He joined KDFC in 1997 as a host and a music programmer. He expanded his programming duties to KUSC in 2011. He has hosted the radio broadcasts of the San Francisco Symphony for over 2 decades. He is a trained violist and is completely comfortable with so-called viola jokes. The one thing he wishes everyone knew about classical music is that it really is wicked cool. Yes, he’s a Boston Red Sox fan.

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Alexander Borodin Goes to Broadway

Alexander Borodin Goes to Broadway

Explore how Borodin's Polovtsian Dances from Prince Igor made Broadway history in Kismet, winning multiple Tony Awards, including a posthumous one for Borodin.

09/16/2024
Your Playlist for Hangin’ in the Hammock

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.

07/08/2024
MTT is Your Next Kennedy Center Honoree

MTT is Your Next Kennedy Center Honoree

Michael Tilson Thomas is among the 2019 Kennedy Center Honorees, alongside Linda Ronstadt, Earth, Wind and Fire, Sally Field, and the "Sesame Street" team. The gala will air on CBS on December 15.

07/23/2019
Get Well Soon, MTT!

Get Well Soon, MTT!

San Francisco Symphony's Music Director, Michael Tilson Thomas, recovers from successful heart surgery. He plans to return for his final season in September.

06/25/2019
It’s Time to Create Your Own Gregorian Chant

It’s Time to Create Your Own Gregorian Chant

Explore the world of Gregorian Chants with MyNoise.net, a site that lets you create custom background noise, including your own chants. Learn, create, and relax with this unique tool.

05/11/2018
The Healing Power of Music in Santa Rosa

The Healing Power of Music in Santa Rosa

The Santa Rosa Symphony is offering free concerts to support the community affected by the North Bay fires, including free entry for children under 13 and families who lost their homes.

05/11/2018