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Classical Californians: Luna Composition Lab Alums Tune in Wednesday at 7pm!
We’re celebrating 10 years of Luna Composition Lab with music by its amazing alumni, on this week's Classical Californian!
Classical Californians: Bill Lueth
Bill Lueth is this week's Classical Californian, join him as he thanks the people that made his career so memorable.
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.
Classical Californians: Ara Guzelimian
On this episode of Classical Californians, Artistic and Executive Director of the Ojai Music Festival Ara Guzelimian previews the festival’s 80th season
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
Tune in Wednesdays at 7PM as a different Californian shares a personal mix of music and the stories behind it.
A Playlist for Lounging by the Pool
Explore Brian Lauritzen's poolside playlist featuring classical pieces like Ravel's Jeux d’eau, Strauss's Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka, and more, perfect for a sunny, relaxing day by the pool.
Open Ears: The Endlessly Unfolding Story of Margaret Bonds
Explore the underappreciated life and work of Margaret Bonds, a pioneering Black composer and pianist, whose music is still being discovered 46 years after her death.
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".
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.
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.
