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Twentieth Century Topics: Young Prokofiev
Alan Chapman dives into the childhood and life of Sergei Prokofiev to uncover the artist's inspiration to his masterworks.
Matthew Bourne Brings New Life to Prokofiev’s “Cinderella”
Matthew Bourne's reimagined Cinderella ballet, set in WWII, is at the Ahmanson Theatre. Bourne, a renowned choreographer, emphasizes acting skills in his dancers.
Farewell Herbert Blomstedt
Dianne Nicolini's tribute to conductor Herbert Blomstedt, former Music Director of the San Francisco Symphony
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.
10 More Composers With Latin American Roots You Should Know
Explore the lives and works of ten influential female composers from Latin America, spanning various genres and periods, from opera to electronic music.
