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Glitter and Be Golden: A Classical Celebration of Pride
Maggie Clennon Reberg explores the vast contributions of the LGBTQ+ community to the world of classical music, from early music to the great Romantics to contemporary artists with strong ties to The Golden State.
Celebrate These LGBTQ+ Composers
A brief profile of 6 LGBTQ+ composers
A Conversation with Sara Davis Buechner
Classical California's Maggie Clennon Reberg interviews pianist Sara Davis Buechner on her musical journey, experiences as a trans woman in classical music, and love for baseball.
Celebrating Classical Music with Pride!
Celebrating Pride month, this article highlights the contributions of LGBTQ+ composers in classical music, including Handel, Tchaikovsky, Angela Morley, Billy Strayhorn, Wendy Carlos, and Rufus Wainwright.
How “Pomp and Circumstance” Became the Unofficial Soundtrack to Graduation (featuring the KUSC Virtual Choir)
Explore the history of Pomp and Circumstance, the traditional graduation march composed by Sir Edward Elgar, and its adoption in American graduation ceremonies.
San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus Wins Tribeca Award For Documentary
The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus won the Audience Award at the Tribeca Film Festival for their documentary, Gay Chorus Deep South, highlighting their response to anti-LGBTQ laws.
Join The Harmony Fund
With federal funding rescinded, the future of Classical California depends on us, all of us. The Harmony Fund will inspire others to give and ensure that the world’s greatest music remains free, accessible, and inspiring for generations to come. Together, we can keep this cultural treasure alive.
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.
Notes from the Fires: Alto Dena
Notes from the Fires host John Rabe meets with choral singer, Nancy Sulahian.
Open Ears: Pauline Oliveros
Explore the world of Pauline Oliveros, a pioneer in contemporary classical music known for her experimental techniques and the concept of "Deep Listening."
Classical Californians: Sonia Marie De León de Vega
Conductor Sonia Marie De León de Vega is our guest host for Classical Californians
Notes from the Fires: Earworm Alert! Her James Bond improvisations will stick with you … and her resilience will inspire you.
Notes from the Fires host John Rabe talked with the Gold Record-winning composer and keyboardist, Starr Parodi.
