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Clara Schumann Returns to the Limelight
Explore the life of Clara Schumann, a leading pianist of the Romantic era, who defied norms, balanced family and career, and whose work is gaining recognition.
How Teresa Carreño Inspired Generations of Pianists, Composers, and Conductors Worldwide
Explore the life and legacy of Teresa Carreño, a Venezuelan virtuoso known as "La Valquiria" and "La Leona del piano". Discover her impact on music as a pianist, soprano, composer, and conductor.
Saturday Morning Car Tunes: Frédéric Chopin, Pt. I
Who’s on the Chopin block? This week, someone poetic, pianistic, and Polish-ed.
Saturday Morning Car Tunes: Johann Sebastian Bach, Pt. I
When there's a family fugue, keep your temperament in check... and don’t forget to bring a good counterpoint. This week, we’re taking things Bach!
A Heroic Piece in Hard Times: Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto
Explore the history of Beethoven's Fifth Piano Concerto, nicknamed "Emperor", composed during Napoleon's invasion of Vienna in 1809, reflecting the composer's resilience amidst chaos.
WATCH: SKY Concert Featuring Jake Heggie
On May 30th, 2024 our evening host and resident artist pianist Lara Downes welcomes two longtime friends and musical collaborators: the legendary mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade and San Francisco’s own legend-in-the-making Jake Heggie, considered one of the world's most popular 21st-century opera and art song composers.
Classical Californians: Garrick Ohlsson
This week's Classical Californian is concert pianist Garrick Ohlsson
The Piano
The sounds of an entire orchestra in just two hands... High and sparkling on top, low and bossy on the bottom.
Classical Californians: Riot Games Composers | Tune in Wednesday at 7pm!
This week on Classical Californians, three of the composers behind the music at Riot Games: Bill Hemstapat, Alexander Temple, and J.D. Spears take the mic.
Classical Californians: Andrew von Oeyen
This week on Classical Californians, Pianist and Californian native Andrew von Oeyen.
Celebrating Gustavo!
Classical California's Brian Lauritzen reflects on Gustavo Dudamel's career at the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Classical Californians: Jason King
This week’s Classical Californian is Jason King, Dean of the USC Thornton School of Music.
Classical Californians: Ellen Reid
Pulitzer Prize–winning composer Ellen Reid hosts this week’s Classical Californians.
Classical Californians: Nicole Paiement
Conductor Nicole Paiement chooses works by Blanchard, Harrison, Poulenc, Talbot, and Britten to play as guest DJ. Tune in for a unique blend of symphony and jazz.
