Classical Breakdown

Opera 101, everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask!

Nov. 28, 2023

60:47

Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Overture: 3 themes and Shakespearean connections!

Nov. 14, 2023

32:36

The inspiring life and music of Germaine Tailleferre: plus 5 recommended works!

Oct. 31, 2023

40:25

The Nocturne, a journey from the 19th century to Daft Punk!

Oct. 17, 2023

27:34

Respighi's The Pines of Rome: a picturesque tour of Rome!

Oct. 3, 2023

36:17

The short yet musically prolific life of Franz Schubert

Sept. 19, 2023

45:12

Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2: a musical comeback story!

Sept. 5, 2023

38:48

Summer Listening Guide: 4 albums to expand your musical horizons!

June 27, 2023

25:09

Theme and Variations: 4 types and what to listen for!

June 13, 2023

32:36

The Illustrious Life and Music of Haydn: From hardship to stardom

May 30, 2023

1:21:38

Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 "Emperor": Breaking expectations!

May 16, 2023

42:05

In conversation with Maestro Gianandrea Noseda: His journey, perspectives on music, conducting, and more!

May 2, 2023

1:01:41

Mahler's Symphony No. 1: A rewarding symphonic journey!

April 18, 2023

50:43

Fantasia: Music from the realm of imagination!

April 4, 2023

34:30

The life and music of Cecile Chaminade: Genius has no gender

March 21, 2023

43:28

Women in Music: 6 works by 6 composers you should know

March 7, 2023

29:54

Ravel's Piano Concerto for Left Hand: A masterpiece of musical illusions and creativity!

Feb. 21, 2023

29:48

Joseph Bologne, the most interesting 18th century composer?

Feb. 7, 2023

30:47

Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 6 "Pathetique": A symphony of unanswerable questions

Jan. 24, 2023

45:53

Antonio Vivaldi's life, music, and the women who shaped his career

Jan. 10, 2023

40:39

Brahms' Haydn Variations: Don't judge a theme by its composer!

Dec. 27, 2022

36:00

A holiday gem: Margaret Bonds' The Ballad of the Brown King

Dec. 13, 2022

30:21

George Frideric Handel: life of fame, musical style, and 3 things you didn't know before!

Nov. 29, 2022

41:18

WG Still's Afro-American Symphony: Blues idioms, new instruments, and a uniquely American style

Nov. 15, 2022

44:44

The Saxophone, everything you need to know about this unique genre-hopping instrument!

Nov. 1, 2022

48:11

Mozart y Mambo! Horn superstar Sarah Willis shows off her newest album

Oct. 18, 2022

49:57

By Listener Request: 3 deep dives into works by Pachelbel, Liszt, and Vaughan Williams

Oct. 4, 2022

39:45

Claude Debussy: 4 points to hear his music in a new way!

Sept. 20, 2022

43:43

Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini: A Baltimore connection and hidden themes!

Sept. 6, 2022

22:40

Summer Listening Guide: 4 albums to expand your musical horizons!

June 28, 2022

20:03

Grieg’s Piano Concerto: The Heart of Norway

June 14, 2022

57:16

An Unsung Heroine: The Life and Music of Fanny Mendelssohn

May 31, 2022

35:43

Under Pressure: What is an Oboe with Nick Stovall, NSO's Principal Oboe

May 17, 2022

50:17

Ravel's Bolero with Joshua Weilerstein: A conductor's insight

May 3, 2022

38:06

Piano Transformed: The Life and Music of Frederic Chopin

April 19, 2022

32:38

All about that bass! With NSO Principal Bass Robert Oppelt

April 5, 2022

46:51

Louise Farrenc's Symphony No. 3: A hidden gem!

March 22, 2022

32:45

Clara Schumann: A story of stardom, passion, and courage

March 8, 2022

38:49

Florence Price Symphony No. 1: An American Symphony

Feb. 22, 2022

31:09

George Walker: He wants you to play his music

Feb. 8, 2022

47:29