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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.
Twentieth Century Topics: Switching Gears
Alan Chapman reveals how Aaron Copland and Arvo Pärt reinvented themselves and in the process reshaped twentieth‑century music and deepened its connection with audiences worldwide.
James Earl Jones
James Earl Jones Narrates the Lincoln Portrait by Aaron Copland
The American Opera About Graduating High School
Explore how Aaron Copland's 1954 opera, The Tender Land, uses a graduation ceremony as a symbol of coming of age and stepping into the unknown.
Wish Aaron Copland Happy Birthday with a Musical Quiz
Celebrating Aaron Copland's birth anniversary, this article explores his iconic American classical music works, from concert hall pieces to film scores, reflecting his unique sound.
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.
Bridging Traditions: Mariachi and Classical Music
The intersection of Mexican popular music and Classical traditions
10 Composers From Across Latin America We’re Celebrating This Month!
Explore the rich heritage of Hispanic music through these 10 influential composers, from Teresa Carreño to Gabriela Ortiz.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Classical California | September 15 – October 15
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Classical California, exploring the impact of Latin American composers on classical music. Enjoy free streams, blogs, and videos all month long.
Rachmaninoff + Fast Cars
Classical California's Brian Lauritzen lives vicariously through Rachmaninoff's obsession of driving fast cars fast.
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.
