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In this episode of Take Note, we’re taking a moment to remember the tragedy of September 11 with music written by John Adams. As aired on KBACH on September 10.
This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating National Piano Month. We talk about the history of the piano, and the piano’s first superstar. As aired on KBACH on September 3.
In honor of Grief Awareness Day, we’re telling the stories of two composers who channeled their grief into their music. As aired on KBACH on August 27.
In this episode we celebrate National Radio Day by taking a look back at the history of classical music aired on radio. As aired on KBACH August 20th.
This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating National Sisters Day with two sisters who made names for themselves in music history. As aired on KBACH on July 30th.
This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating Canada Day! Tune in to hear how this holiday is celebrated in Canada. As aired on KBACH on July 2.
This week on Take Note, we’re observing Pride Month with an episode dedicated to English composer Ethel Smyth. As aired on KBACH on June 25th.
This week on Take Note, it’s World Environment Day, and we’re celebrating with two distinct works inspired by nature. As aired on KBACH on June 4th.
In this episode we explore Jewish music and the impact it has had on American Culture in honor of Jewish Heritage Month. As aired on KBACH on May 28.
This week on Take Note, we're celebrating Scottish American Heritage month by learning just a bit about the music and the musicians of Scottish descent
This week on Take Note, we're looking at two influential sibling pairs in music. As aired on KBACH on April 9.
This week on Take Note, learn the origins of April Fool's Day and how Brahms pranked his friend! As aired on KBACH on April 2.
This week on Take Note, we're learning about the history of the piano in honor of Piano Day. As aired on KBACH on March 26.
This week on Take Note we're celebrating International Teach Music Week with the sounds of Tchaikovsky. As aired on KBACH on March 19.
In this episode we celebrate Irish American Heritage and how it has a large influence on American culture through music. As aired on KBACH on March 12
In this episode we take a listen to the music that has been written for the Christian observance of Lent. As aired on KBACH on February 27.
For this episode of Take Note, we would like to recognize artists who have put themselves on the frontlines of social change through their music. As aired on KBACH on February 20.
This week on Take Note, it's the history of the music behind Mardi Gras. As aired on KBACH on February 13th.
In this episode celebrate Mariachi Day by exploring the origins of mariachi music and what led it to become widely celebrated today. As aired on KBACH on January 23rd.
On this episode, we are celebrating the Lunar New Year with the music of Zhou Tian. As aired on KBACH on January 16.
This week on Take Note, it’s Clean Your Desk Day! Are you as messy as Beethoven? Or as tidy as Shostakovich? As aired on KBACH on January 9th.
Today on Take Note, we’re celebrating Women Rock! Day by going back to the Godmother of Rock ‘n’ Roll: Sister Rosetta Tharpe. As aired on KBACH on January 2.
This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating Kwanzaa and the music that plays an important role as one of the binding forces bringing African and African American cultures together. As aired on KBACH on December 26th
In this episode we celebrate Go Caroling Day by exploring the origins of caroling and how it has become a regular component of holiday celebrations. As aired on KBACH on December 19th.
In this episode we celebrate National Violin Day by exploring the origins of the violin and recognizing the role the violin has in music around the world. As aired on KBACH on December 12th.
This week we are recognizing the Dutch tradition holiday of Sinterklaas and its significance since it was created. As aired on KBACH on December 5.
This week on Take Note, we are honoring Transgender Day of Remembrance with music written about transgender rights and human rights activist Sylvia Rivera. As aired on KBACH on November 21.
In this episode, we’re celebrating Clarinet Day by learning about the different types of clarinets and the types of music they play. As aired on KBACH on November 14th.
This week we are observing the Hindu celebration of Diwali. Along with traditions used to celebrate the festival, no Diwali is complete without dance and song. As aired on KBACH on November 7.
This week on Take Note, two very spooky selections of classical music that are sure to leave you feeling haunted! As aired on KBACH on October 31st.
This week we’re celebrating World Opera Day by glancing back at the rich history of opera and its tropes. As aired on KBACH on October 24.
This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating Turkish Heritage Month by honoring the cultural impact of Turkish heritage and its music. As aired on KBACH on October 17.
This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating Indigenous People’s day by learning about the musician Bill Neal Elk Whistle. As aired on KBACH on October 10.
In this episode, we’re celebrating Kids Music Day by bringing awareness to music education and music therapy for kids. As aired on KBACH on October 3.
In this episode we’re celebrating National Dance Day and learning about the Italian dance Tarantella. As aired on KBACH on September 12
In this episode, we’re celebrating Classical Music Month and discovering all the types of music that fall into this category. As aired on KBACH on September 5.
In this episode we celebrate Strange Music Day as we take the day to broaden our musical spectrum and to explore the unfamiliar or bizarre in music. As aired on KBACH on August 22.
In this episode we celebrate National Radio Day by taking a look back at the history of classical music aired on radio. As aired on KBACH August 15th.
In this episode we celebrate National Eisteddfod of Wales where festivals take place with performances and competitions involving poetry and music. As aired on KBACH on August 1st.
In this episode we celebrate the 4th of July as it is an American holiday that celebrates the passage of the Declaration of Independence. As aired on KBACH on July 4th.
In this episode we honor the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots by learning about LGBTQ+ activist and songwriter Madeline Davis. As aired on KBACH on June 27th.
In this episode we are celebrating Cinco de Mayo, exploring the elements of culture that create the music we enjoy on this holiday. As aired on KBACH on May 2nd.
In this episode we celebrate Irish American Heritage and how it has a large influence on American culture through music. As aired on KBACH on March 21st.
In this episode we celebrate Black History Month by honoring Black musicians and composers who have set the standard, making an impact on classical music. As aired on KBACH on February 7th.
In this episode celebrate Mariachi Day by exploring the origins of mariachi music and what led it to become widely celebrated today. As aired on KBACH on January 24th.
In this episode we celebrate International Creativity Month by recognizing the creative process and how it is important to musicians and composers. As aired on KBACH on January 3rd.
In this episode we celebrate New Years by recognizing traditions that take place in various countries around the world. As aired on KBACH on December 27th.
In this episode we celebrate Go Caroling Day by exploring the origins of caroling and how it has become a regular component of holiday celebrations. As aired on KBACH on December 20th.
In this episode we celebrate National Violin Day by exploring the origins of the violin and recognizing the role the violin has in music around the world. As aired on KBACH on December 13th.
In this episode we celebrate World Choral Day by discovering the origins of the holiday. As aired on KBACH on December 6th.
In this episode, we celebrate the holiday season with Vince Guaraldi’s soundtrack to the ‘Peanuts’ specials. As aired on KBACH on November 29th.
In this episode, we celebrate the birthday of W.F. Bach, J.S. Bach’s eldest son. As aired on KBACH on November 22nd.
In this episode, we’re celebrating Clarinet Day by learning about the different types of clarinets and the types of music they play. As aired on KBACH on November 15th.
In this episode, we’re learning about the saxophone in honor of National Saxophone Day. Listen to hear about what makes the saxophone so special! As aired on KBACH on November 8th.
In this episode, we’re celebrating Day of the Dead by exploring the holiday’s history and traditions. As aired on KBACH on November 1st.