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Autumn fever came early this year with Starbucks' early release of the PSL. While this podcast is not laden with pumpkin spice, it does offer some music for your autumn soundtrack!

 

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Direct download: Takemitsu-092014.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:38am PDT

In this month's podcast, we highlight the life and music of American composer Ferde Grofe. Many aren't aware of the enormous contributions Grofe made to classical music (and jazz!) in this country, but you'll learn all about it here!

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Direct download: Grofe-072214.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:51pm PDT

We're highlighting Richard Wagner this month since his birthday was last week! His life was full of drama and his music was no less interesting. This episode is packed with trivia and a look at a very famous piece of music that now permeates popular culture. Get ready for some fun!

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Direct download: Wagner-05282014.mp3
Category:music -- posted at: 1:16pm PDT

"The Planets" by Gustav Holst is an awesome piece of music. And a perfect place to start if you are new to classical music! Learn all about it in this month's podcast episode.

 

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Direct download: Holst-042014.mp3
Category:music -- posted at: 11:13am PDT

Since it's March, we're celebrating Marches Madness! Learn all about John Philip Sousa, aka "The March King," and one of his most famous works.

 

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Direct download: Sousa-031314.mp3
Category:music -- posted at: 5:28pm PDT

Yes, it's true! Martin Luther King Jr. studied classical music as a child and had a special place in his heart for the genre. We uncover the details in this podcast and also highlight a famous classical work that played a prominent role in King's life. Do you know which piece it is?

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Direct download: MLK-011614.mp3
Category:music -- posted at: 2:25pm PDT

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