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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
Some Host and Schedule Changes for the Fall

Some Host and Schedule Changes for the Fall

Changes to the Weekend schedule post-Labor Day include Solomon Reynolds hosting on Sundays and a new show, NorCal Sunday Night. The San Francisco Symphony broadcasts move to Sundays.

09/06/2023
Congratulations to Brisa Siegel, Selected as Current’s Rising Star in Public Media!

Congratulations to Brisa Siegel, Selected as Current’s Rising Star in Public Media!

Classical California KUSC Host, Brisa Siegel, has been recognized as a Rising Star in Public Media by Current. She's praised for her charisma, empathy, and conscientiousness.

08/04/2023
Get to Know the KDFC Morning Show Host, Maggie Clennon Reberg

Get to Know the KDFC Morning Show Host, Maggie Clennon Reberg

Radio host Maggie Clennon Reberg joins KDFC as the new Morning Show host, weekdays 6-10 AM, starting October 7th. She brings her love for live radio from WFMT in Chicago.

06/13/2023
Evening Music with Lara Downes | Weeknights at 8PM PT

Evening Music with Lara Downes | Weeknights at 8PM PT

Pianist Lara Downes to host "Evening Music" on KDFC from March 8, offering unique insights into classical music. She will also curate new digital content as the station's Resident Artist.

06/13/2023
Watch Our Most Recent SKY Concert!

Watch Our Most Recent SKY Concert!

Lara Downes and John McWhorter explore Scott Joplin's legacy in a sold-out SKY Concert, discussing his opera Treemonisha and American life contradictions.

05/23/2023
Highlights of our March SKY Concert

Highlights of our March SKY Concert

Classical Americana SKY Concert Series featured artists Lara Downes and Amaryn Olmeda at KDFC, San Francisco. They performed works by Florence Price, Jessie Montgomery, and Margaret Bonds.

04/13/2023

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