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Classical CA At the Movies
Black Music Month
Love at First Listen
Juneteenth
Classical CA Christmas Channel / Sounds of the Season
Classical CA Ultimate Playlist
Latin X Heritage Month
100th Anniversary of Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue - January - Feburary 2024

Remembering Ennio Morricone

Renowned composer Ennio Morricone, known for his versatile film scores in over 450 films, has passed away at 91. He won an Oscar in 2016 and received an honorary Academy Award in 2007.

07/06/2020

KUSC at the Movies… All This Week!

"Academy Awards week on Classical California KUSC features interviews with Best Original Score nominees at 6pm daily, including Justin Hurwitz, Volker Bertelmann, Carter Burwell, Ryan Lott, and John Williams."

03/07/2023

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.

06/11/2025

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.

06/01/2024

A Playlist to Honor Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Legacy

This article explores the significant role of music in Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and presents various compositions that honor his legacy and the causes he championed.

01/20/2025

Classical California Ultimate Playlist: Selections From Our Open Ears Series

Explore the Classical California Ultimate Playlist curated by KUSC's Jeffrey Freymann, featuring works by Eva Jessye, Julius Eastman, Undine Smith Moore, María Luisa Anido, and Margaret Bonds.

08/19/2022

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