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Saturday Morning CarTunes: The Viola
Explore the rich history of the viola, its unique sound, and its rise from a supporting role to a star in the orchestra. Tune in Saturday to learn more about this underappreciated instrument.
Classical Californians: Lesley Robertson
Lesley Robertson, violist with the St. Lawrence String Quartet is our Classical Californian
The Difference Between a Viola and a Viola Da Gamba
In this Chapman Challenge, Alan explains the differences between a viola and a viola da gamba, highlighting their physical characteristics, how they're played, and their historical context.
Get to Know the Quintessential Underdog of the Orchestra: The Viola
Explore the unique role of the viola in orchestral music, often overlooked but crucial in connecting melodies. Discover five standout viola moments in orchestral literature.
Some Props for the Viola, Please!
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire student, Alistair Rutherford, sets a Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon in a viola suit, raising funds for ARCO charity.
Classical Californians: Adrian Dunn | Tune in Wednesday at 7pm!
Tune in Wednesday at 7pm to hear our next Classical Californian, composer, conductor and educator Adrian Dunn
Classical Californians: Frederica von Stade
This week's Classical Californian is mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade
Classical Californians: Brett Mitchell
This week's Classical Californian is the Music Director of the Pasadena Symphony, Brett Mitchell
Meet the Mozart of Spain, Sweden, and More
Explore the lives of composers dubbed as the "Mozarts" of their countries, including Joseph Martin Kraus of Sweden, Juan Arriaga of Spain, and two English contenders.
The Sounds of Sunrise
Explore the beauty of sunrise through music with this list of compositions inspired by dawn, from Haydn's "Sunrise" Symphony to Ravel's "Daphnis and Chloe".
Classical Californians: Eric Whitacre
This week's Classical Californian is composer and conductor Eric Whitacre
