It happens to be Oscar season, but we love film scores any time of year! In this month's podcast, we discuss the beloved Star Wars soundtrack, which was designated "the best film score ever" by the American Film Institute. You won't believe where the music actually came from!   Join Salon97 online:www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 gplus.to/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/http://salon97.tumblr.com/http://www.youtube.com/user/Salon97Musichttp://www.rdio.com/people/Salon97/

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The Star Wars Soundtrack aka "The Best Film Score Ever"

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!   Join Salon97 online:www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 gplus.to/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/http://salon97.tumblr.com/http://www.youtube.com/user/Salon97Musichttp://www.rdio.com/people/Salon97/

Takemitsu and "A String Around Autumn"

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!Join Salon97 online:www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 gplus.to/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/http://salon97.tumblr.com/http://www.youtube.com/user/Salon97Musichttp://www.rdio.com/people/Salon97/

The "King of Jazz" Won't Shoot Your Eye Out!

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! Join Salon97 online:www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

Richard Wagner, a Bunch of Drama, and Ride of the Valkyries

"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.   Join Salon97 online:www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

Gustav Holst's The Planets!

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.   Join Salon97 online:www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

Salute to The March King!

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? Join Salon97 online:www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

DYK? Martin Luther King Jr. Dug Classical Music

With Thanksgiving just a week away, we take a look at Beethoven's fascinating life and listen to his "Song of Thanksgiving." Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Join Salon97 online:www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

A Song of Thanksgiving

This Halloween we celebrate a particularly creepy piece of music--Modest Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain. Always a fan favorite!   Join Salon97 online:www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

Night on Bald Mountain

Today we explore the world of Johannes Brahms, a very prolific and prominent Romantic era composer. His life was a bit on the dramatic side (as you'll find in this episode) and his intense emotions showed through in his music as well. Join Salon97 online:www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

Johannes Brahms

Today we honor the King of Light Music, Eric Coates! Though fairly obscure today, his "By the Sleepy Lagoon" is still the theme music for Desert Island Discs. Take a peek into the life and music of Eric Coates! Join Salon97 online:www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

Happy Birthday, Eric Coates!

In honor of Salon97's annual American Composers Month, we take a look at the life of trailblazer John Cage. Silence, chance operations, and mushroom hunting, oh my! Join Salon97 online!www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

John Cage

In honor of the 100th anniversary of Rite of Spring's debut, we have a special podcast complete with Stravinsky and Rite of Spring trivia. Don't miss this one! Join Salon97 online!www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

The Rite of Spring Centenary!

We all need to take a moment to relax sometimes. The pieces featured in this month's podcast were selected to help you find a moment of calm. Learn more about beautiful music by Johann Strauss II, Amy Beach, and Frederick Delius. Missed us last month? Hear the podcast of Salon97's visit to the VoiceBox show! Join Salon97 online!www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

A Little Bit of Calm

American composers have been inspired by presidential legacy for generations, and today we explore a few of these regal works.  Join Salon97 online!www.salon97.org http://twitter.com/salon97 http://www.facebook.com/salon97 http://pinterest.com/salon97/

Presidential Classical Music for Presidents Day

Begin your classical adventure! In 10 minutes or less, you'll discover new (or new to you) classical music with lots of trivia along the way. Join us online at www.salon97.org!

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