Aaron Copland

Lullabies for Logan

New grandparent and Classical California host, Dianne Nicolini, curates a list of lullabies for her grandchild, Logan.

Virtuosity and Nostalgia: Teresa Carreño and Chopin

Explore the life and music of Teresa Carreño, a South American composer and pianist, and her significant influence from Frédéric Chopin.

It Might As Well Be Spring at Classical California

Maggie Clennon Reberg celebrates the arrival of spring as a time of artistic inspiration, global renewal, and musical reflection, offering a themed playlist and inviting you to share your own seasonal traditions.

The World’s Top 5 Classical Music Destinations to Add to Your Bucket List

Explore the rich musical history of Vienna, Salzburg, Milan, Leipzig, and London. Discover iconic venues, museums, and homes of legendary composers in these classical music cities.

Fanny Mendelssohn Finally Gets Her Due

Fanny Mendelssohn's lost masterpiece, misattributed to her brother for 150 years, is finally recognized as hers, shedding light on her overlooked musical talent.

Marin Alsop’s Purple Baton: Empowering the Leaders of Tomorrow

Classical California’s Lara Downes talks with trailblazing conductor Marin Alsop about the #PurpleBaton movement and the future of women on the podium.