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Getting the New Year Off to a Good Start
Explore a collection of memorable beginnings from classical music, featuring works from Beethoven, Mozart, Strauss, and more. Test your knowledge by identifying these masterpieces.
Celebrating Lunar New Year and Breaking Barriers with Elim Chan
Elim Chan, the first woman to hold a Chief Conductor post in Belgium, is guest-conducting the LA Phil's Lunar New Year concerts, featuring traditional Chinese music and new compositions.
Starting the Year Auspiciously…
Explore memorable beginnings from classical music in 2019, featuring works from Beethoven, Mozart, Strauss, and more. Test your knowledge by identifying these masterpieces.
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.
Virtuosity and Nostalgia: Teresa Carreño and Chopin
Explore the life and music of Teresa Carreño, a South American composer and pianist, and her significant influence from Frédéric Chopin.