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The Favorite Eats of Classical Composers

Explore the culinary preferences of famous composers like Rossini, Mozart, Hildegard, Chopin, and Satie, and how food influenced their lives and works.

Classical Californians: Sonia Marie De León de Vega

Conductor Sonia Marie De León de Vega is our guest host for Classical Californians

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.

Saturday Morning Car Tunes: Frédéric Chopin, Pt. II

What makes Chopin sound like Chopin? This week, études, préludes, and songs! Oh, my!

Mozart Hurls Thunderbolts From Jupiter

Explore Mozart's "Jupiter" Symphony, its origins, and how Bach's influence led to the masterpiece of counterpoint in its final movement.

Around the World with Bach’s Cello Suites

"Yo-Yo Ma's global tour, showcasing Bach's Cello Suites, aims to unite communities through music. The tour, interrupted by Covid-19, also highlights the cultural expressions of 36 countries."