Great Composers Chamber Music Series premieres 11th season with a tale of two 19th century heroines"Ahead of Their Time" entwines the lives of two trailblazing artists - German composer Clara Schumann and Italian actress Adelaide Ristori - in an afternoon of music and monologue at the Harris Center. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Composer Richard Danielpour Takes A Page From The Good Book Of J.S. BachApril 2, 2021 | Kevin DohertyCapRadio’s Classical Music Director Kevin Doherty spoke with Danielpour about the award-winning 2018 oratorio “The Passion of Yeshua,” how Johann Sebastian Bach served as its initial inspiration and how obsession can define a composer’s style.
James Levine, Former Met Opera Music Director, Is Dead At Age 77March 17, 2021The gifted conductor who had wielded immense influence in the classical music world, was publicly accused by nine men of sexual abuse. He died March 9 at age 77 of natural causes.
New Classical Tracks: Caroline Shaw Asks Us To Listen On Recording With Philharmonia Baroque OrchestraMarch 17, 2021This week on New Classical Tracks, composer Caroline Shaw talks about her latest release with the Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra, featuring two new works.
Collaborating On New Music In A PandemicMarch 16, 2021UC Davis music composers and creative writing students recently teamed up to create original pieces of music through the “New Words and New Music with Voice” project. But how did they collaborate at a distance during COVID-19?
Erasing Genres With Cinematic Flair: Kris Bowers Talks With Lara DownesMarch 13, 2021The composer for the Oscar-winning film Green Book and the runaway hit series Bridgerton examines intersections between classical, jazz and pop, while paying homage to past musical pioneers.
New Classical Tracks: Yo-Yo Ma Reflects On The Emotions Of The PandemicMarch 10, 2021Cellist Yo-Yo Ma talks about the feeling and emotions that went into his new album, "Songs of Comfort and Hope," and how music can help us weather the storm of the pandemic.
With Her Recording Series 'Rising Sun,' Lara Downes Re-Centers Black ComposersMarch 9, 2021NPR's Rachel Martin spoke to the pianist about Phenomenal Women, the most recent mini-album in the series, in which Downes re-recorded the work of some deeply impactful female composers.
Ear To Ear: Celebrating Women’s History Month With Female ComposersMarch 2, 2021 | Jennifer ReasonIn honor of Women’s History Month this March, Jennifer Reason highlights the cultural contributions of female composers from past and present.
New Classical Tracks: Brandon Patrick George Explores The Endless Possibilities Of The FluteFebruary 17, 2021This week on New Classical Tracks, Brandon Patrick George talks about his debut solo album, challenging what you think about the flute, and performing with Imani Winds.
New Classical Tracks: Imani Winds Promote Black ExcellenceFebruary 10, 2021Clarinetist Mark Dover and bassoonist Monica Ellis from Imani Winds have created a legacy promoting Black excellence in classical music. Their new recording, 'Bruits,' is no different.
