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The Favorite Eats of Classical Composers

Explore the culinary preferences of famous composers like Rossini, Mozart, Hildegard, Chopin, and Satie, and how food influenced their lives and works.

10/23/2025
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The Classical California Guide to Opera: The Essential Top 5 of Opera

Explore the world of opera with this guide, featuring 5 essential pieces from Puccini, Wagner, Mozart, Rossini, Bizet, and a bonus from Verdi. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

09/30/2025
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Mozart Hurls Thunderbolts From Jupiter

Explore Mozart's "Jupiter" Symphony, its origins, and how Bach's influence led to the masterpiece of counterpoint in its final movement.

09/19/2025
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Erik Satie’s Gymnopédies: A Composer Ahead of His Time

Explore the life of Erik Satie, an influential yet overlooked French composer, known for his eccentric lifestyle and pioneering minimalist music, rediscovered in the 1960s.

09/16/2025
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Saturday Morning Car Tunes: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Pt. III

Power, emotion, and tunes you can hum for days—Mozart’s operas have it all. Tune in this week to hear about Mozart's true love: the opera.

03/22/2025
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Classical California Hits the Books: A Back-to-School Playlist

Music for brainpower, studying, and all things school.

08/21/2024
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What Made Mozart So Great?

Explore the vast and influential works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a master of classical music. Discover more on our YouTube channel.

12/05/2022

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Mozart Corner

When you think “classical music,” the sound in your head… that’s probably Mozart. The boy wonder was a bit of a rascal, but... the music rocks!

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An Opera Al Fresco Playlist for A Perfect Evening Under the Stars

Enjoy an enchanting evening under the stars with these operatic gems handpicked by Jennifer Miller Hammel. From Hoffmann's Barcarolle to Turandot's Nessun dorma, each piece sets a unique mood.

07/08/2026
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A Playlist for Lounging by the Pool

Explore Brian Lauritzen's poolside playlist featuring classical pieces like Ravel's Jeux d’eau, Strauss's Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka, and more, perfect for a sunny, relaxing day by the pool.

07/05/2026
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How the 1812 Overture Became Music for the Fourth of July

Explore the history of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture's popularity in 4th of July celebrations, its association with fireworks, and its original context in this insightful blog.

06/30/2026
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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.

06/29/2026
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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.

06/05/2026
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A fond farewell from "Lueth in the Booth”

A fond farewell from San Francisco Classical California President, Bill Lueth.

06/02/2026