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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.
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.
Deep Cuts for a Classical Summer
Explore lesser-known classical music pieces that celebrate summer, from composers like Copland, Zaimont, Delius, Mazzoli, Melartin, Prokofiev, Beach, Webern, and Still.
Classical Californians: Anna Handler
German-Colombian conductor and pianist Anna Handler, the newly appointed Conductor-in-Residence of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, is this week's Classical Californian.
Classical Californians: Laura Karpman
Film composer Laura Karpman plays music that influenced her life, from her early days as a student to her success as a composer for Marvel Studios and HBO. Tune in for her playlist and inspirations.
A Tribute to Home
Classical California's Brian Lauritzen counts down Gustavo Dudamel's last concerts with the Los Angeles Philharmonic as his tenure as .Music and Artistic Director concludes.
