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Classics for Kids

Produced by WGUC. Airs Saturdays at 8 am on WQXR.

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The Musical Strauss Family

Continuing this month's series on Johann Strauss Jr., we look at the musically talented Strauss family and the bitter rivalries between the father and his three sons. Aug 13, 2016

  • What's an Opera?

    What do you think of when you hear 'opera'? This week, Classics for Kids looks at some of the characteristics of this type of musical theater. Jun 4, 2016

    What's an Opera?

  • Famous Pianists Who Wrote for Themselves

    Years ago, pianists who gave concerts had to perform works they had written themselves. Learn more about these great performers and composers this week. May 28, 2016

    Famous Pianists Who Wrote for Themselves

  • Chopin's Military Music

    From Chopin's Military Polonaise to Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture, composers have imitated the sounds of battle in their music, which we explore on this week's episode. May 21, 2016

    Chopin's Military Music

  • Chopin's Polonaise

    This week Classics for Kids explores the popularity of the polonaise, with famous examples by Chopin, Tchaikovsky, Schubert and more. May 14, 2016

    Chopin's Polonaise

  • The Life of Chopin

    This week on Classics for Kids learn about the life of Polish-born Chopin, who found success all through Europe. May 7, 2016

    The Life of Chopin

  • Discovering Benjamin Britten

    This week, Classics for Kids begins a month-long series on 20th-century British composer Benjamin Britten. Apr 2, 2016

    Discovering Benjamin Britten