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The Ukrainian Folk Tune Behind “Carol of the Bells”

The Ukrainian Folk Tune Behind “Carol of the Bells”

12/23/2024
The Lesser-Known History of “Jingle Bells”

The Lesser-Known History of “Jingle Bells”

Explore the history of the iconic Christmas song "Jingle Bells," from its creation by James Lord Pierpont in 1850 to its evolution and various renditions by famous artists over the years.

12/17/2024
13 Days of Spooky Classical

13 Days of Spooky Classical

Countdown to Halloween with 13 Days of Spooky Classical

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Five Classical Pieces to Add to Your Hanukkah Playlist

Five Classical Pieces to Add to Your Hanukkah Playlist

12/05/2023
Dianne Nicolini’s Bay Area Holiday Highlights

Dianne Nicolini’s Bay Area Holiday Highlights

Explore holiday events in the Bay Area, from Zachary Quinto narrating Peter & the Wolf, to SF Ballet’s Nutcracker, and the Oakland Symphony’s tribute to Prince and Leonard Cohen.

05/11/2018
The Story Behind Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker”

The Story Behind Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker”

Explore the origins of the classic Christmas ballet, The Nutcracker, from Tchaikovsky's inspiration to its journey to the US. Click to listen to a brief history.

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