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The Ukrainian Folk Tune Behind “Carol of the 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.
13 Days of Spooky Classical
Countdown to Halloween with 13 Days of Spooky Classical
Five Classical Pieces to Add to Your Hanukkah Playlist
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.
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.
The Holidays
A tribute to that special time of year.
Your Playlist for Hangin’ in the Hammock
Explore Rik Malone's recommended playlist for a perfect California summer experience. From relaxing hammock tunes to music that transports you to distant places, enjoy your summer with these iconic pieces.
7 Pieces to Commemorate Juneteenth
Celebrate Juneteenth with Lara Downes as she takes you on a musical journey, featuring works from renowned composers like Jessie Montgomery, Florence Price, and Scott Joplin.
Meet the Mozarts of Spain, Sweden, and More
Explore the lives of composers dubbed as the "Mozarts" of their countries, including Joseph Martin Kraus of Sweden, Juan Arriaga of Spain, and two English contenders.
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Classical California
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.
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.
