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Your Ultimate Relaxation Playlist
Explore Classical California's Summer Relaxation Playlist curated by Dianne, featuring iconic pieces from Mozart, Fauré, Beethoven, Satie, and Bach for a serene summer experience.
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.
A Playlist for Driving Along the Coast with the Top Down
Explore Alan Chapman's top music picks for a scenic drive, featuring works from Handel, Copland, Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, and Borodin. Perfect for every journey phase.
Deep Cuts for a Classical Summer
Explore lesser-known classical music pieces that celebrate summer, from composers like Copland, Zaimont, Delius, Mazzoli, Melartin, Prokofiev, Beach, Webern, and Still.
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.
Songs of the Summer
Nine tracks that beat the summer heat, these hot selections were chosen by the music programmers at Classical California.
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.
The Seasons: Summer
The sweet feeling of freedom. Like throwing your cap up in the air after you graduate. These are the sounds of summer.
You get to spend time outside at the park or on the beach, and extra hanging out with your friends during the long warm evenings. Sounds dreamy...
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.
Classical Californians: Alexander Shelley
This week on Classical Californians, conductor and Music Director of Pacific Symphony, Alexander Shelley, shares a special recording of his parents, pianists Hilary Macnamara and Howard Shelley.
How Classical, Jazz, and Mexican Musical Traditions Come Together in an Innovative New Opera
Join Classical California host and Resident Artist Lara Downes for a conversation wtih composer Paola Prestini and vocalist and composer Magos Herrera.
Bridging Traditions: Mariachi and Classical Music
The intersection of Mexican popular music and Classical traditions
Press Start on a New World of Music: Introducing High Score
How Jennifer Miller Hammel introduces a new weekly program High Score
Classical Californians: Hunter Noack
This week on Classical Californians, we feature Hunter Noack, a pianist and the founder of IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild, an outdoor concert series that brings a Steinway grand piano to parks, forests, deserts, and other natural settings across the American West.
