Classical MusicClassical Music Playlist, July 15, 2024Leonard Bernstein premiered his Chichester Psalms on July 15th, 1965. Composed on a commission from the Chichester Cathedral in England, the work is an uplifting prayer for peace with texts of Psalms sung in Hebrew. It's today's Midday Masterpiece.
Playlist: Classical Selections For Your Valentine's DayFebruary 14, 2019 | Victor Forman | Kevin DohertyEnjoy this Valentine's Day classical playlist, handcrafted from the sensitive sides of CapRadio's music hosts.
Music On Wheels Program Lifts Seniors’ Spirits With Live Classical PerformancesFebruary 1, 2019 | Sammy CaiolaA new program delivers sonatas and symphonies to the doorsteps of homebound seniors. And just as food staves off hunger, some experts say music can stave off depression, or even dementia.
Sacramento Philharmonic To Pay Homage To Beethoven's Iconic Marathon ConcertJanuary 18, 2019 | Kevin DohertyThe Sacramento Philharmonic will recreate the composer's 1808 concert over two Saturday nights. The 1808 event was huge in its time, full of world premieres, including Beethoven’s iconic Fifth Symphony.
Insight With Vicki Gonzalez10-Year-Old Violin Prodigy Will Perform With Auburn SymphonyJanuary 10, 2019Ten-year-old Loomis resident Amaryn Olmeda has been playing the violin since she was four and will solo with the Auburn Symphony at an upcoming concert.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezSound Advice: Jeff Hudson Previews Classical Concerts To Start 2019January 10, 2019 | Cody DrabbleCapRadio’s Jeff Hudson features upcoming performances in this week’s Sound Advice.
San Francisco Symphony Names Esa-Pekka Salonen As Its Music DirectorDecember 14, 2018In a surprise move, the orchestra announced Wednesday that it is bringing composer and conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen aboard as its music director, beginning in September 2020.
Here Are Your Classical Music Grammy Nominees For 2019December 7, 2018 | Kevin DohertyGrammy nominations were announced Friday morning, but you're probably not hearing much about the classical nominees. We've decided to help you find them a little bit more easily.
Kendrick Lamar, Brandi Carlile Among Top Nominees For 2019 GrammysDecember 7, 2018The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences announced its list of nominees for the 2018 Grammy Awards, including Brandi Carlile, Janelle Monae and "Black Panther."
JazzHere Are CapRadio’s Picks For The Best Music Of 2018December 7, 2018We brought together the brightest musical minds our station has to offer to choose the best tracks and albums of 2018 as the year draws to a close.
Venerable Festival Of New American Music Offers 'A New Kind Of Beauty'November 9, 2018 | Kevin DohertyThe Festival of New American Music is underway at Sacramento State. Now in its 41st year, it’s the oldest “New Music" festival in the country. But what exactly is New Music?