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A Lovely New Lullaby Just in Time for Mother’s Day
Violinist Anne Akiko Meyers celebrates Mothers' Day with a recording of "Estonian Lullaby", a piece written for her by Arvo Pärt. The lullaby holds a special place in her heart.
Hidden Gems for a Musical Mother’s Day
Explore classical music pieces celebrating mothers, featuring works by Amy Beach, John Ireland, Robert Schumann, Richard Wagner, Dvořák, and Josef Suk, all inspired by motherhood.
Learning About Music: New Digital Resources for All Ages
Explore various online resources for classical music education during quarantine, including free courses, virtual museum tours, and interactive lessons for both kids and adults.
How Classical Music Powers a Child’s Brain
A study by USC's Brain and Creativity Institute reveals that classical music training in kids enhances brain function, boosts cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Postponed: KUSC Kids Discovery Day at the Bowers
The KUSC Kids Discovery Day at Bowers Museum, initially scheduled for April 5th, has been postponed. The new date will be communicated soon.
A Big Success at KUSC’s First Orange County Kids Discovery Day
KUSC's first Kids Discovery Day at Bowers Museum saw nearly 2,000 Orange County kids enjoy live classical music, dance, and arts activities. The event was a collaborative success.
A New Series of Guest Hosts for “From The Top”
"From the Top", a show on KUSC featuring young classical musicians, announces new hosts after parting ways with long-time host Christopher O’Riley.
Notes from the Fires: Christopher Still
This episode of Notes from the Fires introduces us to Christopher Still, second trumpet for the LA Phil. Still lived in Altadena with his wife Amanda, their two young sons, and their two dogs, Luna and Karl Von Hoobie-Doobie. They got out of the house 15-20 minutes after he saw fire in Eaton Canyon.
Notes from the Fires: Nina Evtuhov
This episode of Notes from the Fires takes us to Venice to meet Nina Evtuhov, a sought-after session violinist whose house burned down in the Palisades on January 7th.
Notes from the Fires: Carrie Kennedy and Joel Pargman
Every week, reporter John Rabe will introduce you to members of the classical community who’ve been hurt by the Eaton and Palisades fires, whether they lost their homes, were smoked out, or lost their businesses.
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.
Fanny Mendelssohn Finally Gets Her Due
Fanny Mendelssohn's lost masterpiece, misattributed to her brother for 150 years, is finally recognized as hers, shedding light on her overlooked musical talent.
Classical California and Colburn Presents Adrian Dunn's Resurrection
Read all about our event on Saturday, February 15th, 2025 at Zipper Hall at 7 PM!
