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Congratulations to the Class of 2020
A radio station honors 2020 graduates with music dedications, reflecting their personal tastes and achievements. Requests come from across California and North America.
Class of 2020 Recommends Music To Inspire You
This article explores the favorite classical music pieces of various graduating students, their personal connections to these works, and how they discovered their love for classical music.
How “Pomp and Circumstance” Became the Unofficial Soundtrack to Graduation (featuring the KUSC Virtual Choir)
Explore the history of Pomp and Circumstance, the traditional graduation march composed by Sir Edward Elgar, and its adoption in American graduation ceremonies.
Celebrating the Court of Dresden…
The American Bach Soloists Festival & Academy explores the Baroque era's Court of Dresden, known for its unique orchestra. The event features performances, masterclasses, and lectures.
Previewing the LA Phil’s Survey of the Weimar Republic
The LA Philharmonic explores the Weimar Republic era with performances, art exhibits, and a film event featuring "Pandora’s Box". Esa Pekka-Salonen conducts.
Celebrating Classical Music with Pride!
Celebrating Pride month, this article highlights the contributions of LGBTQ+ composers in classical music, including Handel, Tchaikovsky, Angela Morley, Billy Strayhorn, Wendy Carlos, and Rufus Wainwright.
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.
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.
Celebrating Gustavo!
Classical California's Brian Lauritzen reflects on Gustavo Dudamel's career at the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
