Classical Californians

Classical Californians: Etienne Gara | Tune in Wednesday at 7pm!

Classical Californians: Etienne Gara | Tune in Wednesday at 7pm!

This week's Classical Californian is violinist Etienne Gara

04/28/2025
Classical Californians: Kedrick Armstrong

Classical Californians: Kedrick Armstrong

This week our Classical Californian is the Music Director of Oakland Symphony, Kedrick Armstrong

04/23/2025
Classical Californians: Daniel Hope

Classical Californians: Daniel Hope

This week's Classical Californian is violinist Daniel Hope, Music Director of New Century Chamber Orchestra

04/09/2025
Classical Californians: Maia Jasper White and Kevin Kumar

Classical Californians: Maia Jasper White and Kevin Kumar

This week's Classical Californians are Maia Jasper White and Kevin Kumar, co-founders and Artistic Directors of Salastina

04/02/2025
Classical Californians: Regina Carter

Classical Californians: Regina Carter

This week our Classical Californian is jazz violinist Regina Carter

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Classical Californians: Reena Esmail

Classical Californians: Reena Esmail

This week's Classical Californian is composer Reena Esmail

03/19/2025
Classical Californians: Laura Karpman

Classical Californians: Laura Karpman

This week's Classical Californian is Oscar-nominated film composer Laura Karpman

03/12/2025

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