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A Playlist to Celebrate All Things Fall
Explore the beauty of autumn through music with this curated list of compositions inspired by the season's warm colors, chilly weather, and melancholic mood.
Saturday Morning Car Tunes: Antonio Vivaldi, Pt. II
Did Vivaldi really write over 90 operas? What do they have in common with jukebox musicals? Tune in this week to find out!
Saturday Morning Car Tunes: Antonio Vivaldi, Pt. I
This week, the sun is shining, and Vivaldi plays the violin! And the bassoon? And the oboe, the flute... wait, is it snowing now? Vivaldi was writing concertos before it was cool.
With Fall Upon Us, Discover the Poetry in Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons”
Explore Vivaldi's Four Seasons concertos, each inspired by a sonnet possibly penned by Vivaldi himself. Discover how each sonnet perfectly fits the music's rhythm.
What’s in a Name?
This article explains how various music ensembles, such as the Academy of Ancient Music and Ensemble 415, derive their names from historical contexts related to the music they perform.
Crossings: 6 Pieces By Black Composers Whose Inspirations and Innovations Have Helped Define Our American Sound
Explore the rich history and contributions of Black composers in American music, from pioneers like Florence Price to contemporary artists like Kris Bowers and Jon Batiste.
Classical Californians: Austin Wintory
This week on Classical Californians, Grammy‑nominated multi‑media composer Austin Wintory.
Classical Californians: Nicholas Pike
Classical Californians welcomes Emmy award-winning composer and musician Nicholas Pike to share his Oscar nominated aria "Sweet Dreams of Joy" from the short documentary Viva Verdi!
Saturday Morning Car Tunes: The Tone Poem
He’s a tone poet—does he even know it? Franz Liszt invented the tone poem, an orchestral piece inspired by a story, picture, or idea. It’s a whole musical language. This week, learn all about musical poetry.
Classical Californians: Jon Batiste
This week on Classical Californians, Grammy- and Oscar-winning musician Jon Batiste guides us through the music that shaped his artistic journey.
The Secret Story Behind Tchaikovsky’s Mysterious Celesta in “The Nutcracker”
Explore the history of the celesta, a unique instrument used in Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker and Harry Potter's theme. Discover how it went from obscurity to symphony staple.
