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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.
The Most Famous Olympic Theme John Williams DIDN’T Write
You may know that John Williams composed the music that has been heard on every television broadcast of the Olympic Games since the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984. But did you know he didn’t write all of it?
Classical Californians: Tim Greiving
Tim Greiving is a journalist and the author of John Williams: A Composer’s Life and this week's Classical Californian.
A Piano-Centric “Fabelmans” Score by John Williams
John Williams discusses his 53rd Oscar nomination for The Fabelmans, his close relationship with Steven Spielberg, and the unique piano-focused score he created for the film.
A Magical Half-Century Partnership
John Williams and Steven Spielberg reflect on their 50-year cinematic collaboration, discussing iconic films and scores, and hinting at future projects.
Film Music Tailor-Made for Violin…
Anne-Sophie Mutter's new album, Across the Stars, features John Williams' themes arranged for violin. The album includes well-known scores from Star Wars and Harry Potter, among others.
From Meeting John Williams to Self-Producing a #1 Album
LA Phil Principal Trumpet, Thomas Hooten, records John Williams' Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra. The self-produced album, conducted by Williams, debuted at #1 on iTunes classical chart.
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.
