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Classical Californians: Grant Gershon
This week’s Classical Californian features Grammy Award–winning conductor and pianist Grant Gershon, Artistic Director of the Los Angeles Master Chorale.
Classical Californians: Thomas Kotcheff
Thomas Kotcheff is a Los Angeles–based composer and pianist and this week’s Classical Californian.
Classical Californians: Gabriela Ortiz
Six-time Grammy–winning composer Gabriela Ortiz joins Classical Californians to share the music and musicians that have shaped her artistic life.
Classical Californians: Riot Games Composers Vol 1
This week on Classical Californians, three of the composers behind the music at Riot Games: Bill Hemstapat, Alexander Temple, and J.D. Spears take the mic.
Classical Californians: Andrew von Oeyen
This week on Classical Californians, Pianist and Californian native Andrew von Oeyen.
Classical Californians: Jason King
This week’s Classical Californian is Jason King, Dean of the USC Thornton School of Music.
Classical Californians: Ellen Reid
Pulitzer Prize–winning composer Ellen Reid hosts this week’s Classical Californians.
Classical Californians
Tune in Wednesdays at 7PM as a different Californian shares a personal mix of music and the stories behind it.
Your Playlist for Hangin’ in the Hammock
Explore Rik Malone's recommended playlist for a perfect California summer experience. From relaxing hammock tunes to music that transports you to distant places, enjoy your summer with these iconic pieces.
The Sounds of Sunrise
Explore the beauty of sunrise through music with this list of compositions inspired by dawn, from Haydn's "Sunrise" Symphony to Ravel's "Daphnis and Chloe".
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.
Elim Takes the Podium and a Radio Station Goes Ballistic
The Classical California team shares their excitement over the next music director of the San Francisco Symphony, Elim Chan.
The Music of Polynesia
Solomon Reynolds creates a playlist to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month in May.
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.
