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AANHPI Composers

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Five Influential Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Musicians and Composers

In recognition of AANHPI Heritage Month, Classical California celebrates the contributions of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander musicians and composers. The AANHPI umbrella includes diverse traditions, identities, and ethnicities, including East Asian, South Asian, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and many others.

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The Music of Polynesia

Solomon Reynolds creates a playlist to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month in May.

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Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Classical California

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Classical Californians: Derrick Skye

This week's Classical Californian is composer Derrick Skye

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Classical Californians: Reena Esmail

Composer Reena Esmail is this week's Classical Californian

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Classical Californians: Christopher Tin

Composer Christopher Tin is our Classical Californian

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"Jazz pianist Vijay Iyer discusses his role as music director for the Ojai Music Festival, his approach to composition and improvisation, and the festival's significance."

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