Black Performers

Classical Californians: Austin Wintory

This week on Classical Californians, Grammy‑nominated multi‑media composer Austin Wintory.

Classical Californians: Nicholas Pike

Classical Californians welcomes Emmy award-winning composer and musician Nicholas Pike to share his Oscar nominated aria "Sweet Dreams of Joy" from the short documentary Viva Verdi!

Classical Californians: Jon Batiste

This week on Classical Californians, Grammy- and Oscar-winning musician Jon Batiste guides us through the music that shaped his artistic journey.

Beyond the Classics: 12 More “Sleigh Rides” For the Holidays

Explore the history of the popular holiday song 'Sleigh Ride', from its creation by Leroy Anderson in 1946 to various renditions by artists like Mozart, Delius, and Mahler.

Classical Californians: Irene Messoloras

Irene Messoloras is a member of the University of California, Irvine music faculty, the conductor of Meridian, and this week's Classical Californian.

Classical Californians: USC President Beong-Soo Kim

This week’s Classical Californian is cellist and the University of Southern California Interim President Beong-Soo Kim.