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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.
Remembering Michael Tilson Thomas
Remembering the one and only Michael Tilson Thomas
A Hometown Tribute to Michael Tilson Thomas
This article celebrates the career of conductor Michael Tilson Thomas, highlighting his 25-year tenure with the San Francisco Symphony, his early years in LA, and his contributions to classical music.
Amplify: Conductor Jonathon Heyward
Lara Downes speaks with conductor Jonathon Heyward for the latest edition of "Amplify".
Get Well Soon, MTT!
San Francisco Symphony's Music Director, Michael Tilson Thomas, recovers from successful heart surgery. He plans to return for his final season in September.
Four Female Conductors Take the Stage at the LA Phil
The LA Phil's 2017-18 season features four female conductors, more than any other major US orchestra. The women include Susanna Mälkki, Mirga Gražinytė-Tyla, Emmanuelle Haïm, and Xian Zhang.
Sir Neville Marriner (1924-2016)
Renowned conductor Sir Neville Marriner, founder of "The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields", has passed away at 92. His significant musical legacy is celebrated.
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.
A fond farewell from "Lueth in the Booth”
A fond farewell from San Francisco Classical California President, Bill Lueth.
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".
LA Philharmonic is Soaring with Daniel Harding
Conductor and commercial airline pilot Daniel Harding is announced as the 12th music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
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.
Celebrating Gustavo!
Classical California's Brian Lauritzen reflects on Gustavo Dudamel's career at the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
