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Classical Californians: John Mario Di Costanzo
This week's Classical Californian is is conductor, pianist, and educator John Mario Di Costanzo, Music Director of the Temecula Valley Symphony and the Coachella Valley Symphony.
Classical Californians: Etienne Gara Part 2
This week our Classical Californian is violinist Etienne Gara, founder and Artistic Director of Delirium Musicum
Classical Californians: Steven Schick
This week on Classical Californians, Percussionist, conductor, educator, and contemporary music pioneer Steven Schick shares a playlist featuring works by Iannis Xenakis, Anna Thorvaldsdottir, John Luther Adams, and Olivier Messiaen.
Classical Californians: Alexander Shelley
This week on Classical Californians, conductor and Music Director of Pacific Symphony, Alexander Shelley, shares a special recording of his parents, pianists Hilary Macnamara and Howard Shelley.
Classical Californians: Hunter Noack
This week on Classical Californians, we feature Hunter Noack, a pianist and the founder of IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild, an outdoor concert series that brings a Steinway grand piano to parks, forests, deserts, and other natural settings across the American West.
Classical Californians: Maia Jasper White and Kevin Kumar
This week's Classical Californians are Maia Jasper White and Kevin Kumar, co-founders and Artistic Directors of Salastina
Classical Californians: Shawna Lucey
This week's Classical Californian is Shawna Lucey, an opera director and the General Director and CEO of Opera San José.
Classical Californians
Tune in Wednesdays at 7PM as a different Californian shares a personal mix of music and the stories behind it.
A DIY Spooky Film Festival for Classical Fans
Explore 10 iconic horror films known for their classical music scores, including Jaws, Psycho, and The Shining. Discover where to stream or rent these spine-chilling classics.
WATCH | The Secret Behind the Spooky Sounds in Horror Movies
Discover the role of sound in horror movies and explore the spookiest musical instruments ever. Confront your fears and learn more on our new YouTube channel.
How I Learned to Listen to Anime
Solomon Reynolds examines how the scores of anime improve the art form.
Your Ultimate Relaxation Playlist
Explore Classical California's Summer Relaxation Playlist curated by Dianne, featuring iconic pieces from Mozart, Fauré, Beethoven, Satie, and Bach for a serene summer experience.
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.
A Playlist for Driving Along the Coast with the Top Down
Explore Alan Chapman's top music picks for a scenic drive, featuring works from Handel, Copland, Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, and Borodin. Perfect for every journey phase.