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How Brahms Captured the Rowdiness of Youth in His Graduation Anthem
Explore the story behind Johannes Brahms' Academic Festival Overture, a unique composition inspired by student drinking songs, created as a thank you for his honorary doctorate from the University of Breslau.
Congratulations to the Class of 2020
A radio station celebrates 2020 graduates with music dedications, featuring a variety from classical to soundtracks, requested by loved ones until mid-June.
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.
The Other Graduation March
Explore the tradition of graduation anthems, from Elgar's Pomp and Circumstance in the US to Verdi's Triumphal March in the Philippines.
Class of 2020 Recommends Music To Inspire You
"High school seniors share their favorite classical music pieces and discuss how they plan to continue their musical journey in college."
Farewell Herbert Blomstedt
Dianne Nicolini's tribute to conductor Herbert Blomstedt, former Music Director of the San Francisco Symphony
America in the Bardo
What does America sound like?
The Story Behind “Appalachian Spring,” the Ballet
Explore the history of Appalachian Spring, a ballet commissioned by Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge, composed by Aaron Copland, and choreographed by Martha Graham.
The Ride of the Golden State Valkyries!
Dianne Nicolini roots for WNBA's Gold State Valkyries, a team full of Brünnhildes!
The Spookiest Melody in History
Solomon Reynolds illuminates an ancient musical death code.
Trippy Tales in Classical Music
Explore the connection between altered states of consciousness and music composition, featuring works by Berlioz, Hildegard of Bingen, and Schumann.
