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WATCH | Go Behind the Scenes at KDFC Kids Discovery Day
Discover the joy of classical music with Classical California's interactive exhibits at KDFC Kids Discovery Day. Enjoy live performances, DJ Booth, and Instrument Petting Zoo. Visit our YouTube for more!
Photos from KDFC’s Kids Discovery Day at the Tech
The 4th annual KDFC Kids Discovery Day in San Jose introduced children to classical music, instrument play, and radio DJing. The event featured performances, workshops, and a children's opera.
Discovering the Joys of Music
KDFC Kids Discovery Day at The Tech Interactive in San Jose offers free admission for music performances, workshops, and a special children's opera.
Beethoven’s Quartet of ‘Thanksgiving’
Beethoven's String Quartet in A Minor, Op. 132, features a movement expressing gratitude for recovery from illness. It alternates between prayerful chorales and lively sections, reflecting his mortality.
The Story Behind “Appalachian Spring,” the Ballet
Explore the history of Appalachian Spring, a ballet commissioned by Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge, composed by Aaron Copland, and choreographed by Martha Graham.
Music for the Whole Family
Solomon Reynolds reflects on his earliest memories of classical music and sharing the tradition with future generations.
Notes from the Fires: Music We’re Thankful For
Notes from the Fires host, John Rabe shares music he's thankful for.
The Mystery Behind Scriabin’s Mystic Chord
Explore the life of Russian composer Alexander Scriabin, his obsession with the occult, and his creation of the "mystic chord" used in his compositions.
Elgar’s “Enigma Variations”
Explore the intriguing history of Edward Elgar's Enigma Variations, composed in 1898-99. Discover how this piece, inspired by Elgar's friends and personal experiences, established his fame.
