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Discover how Italian composer Nino Rota crafted some of cinema's most unforgettable scores, from Federico Fellini's classics to The Godfather.
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Explore how French author Henri Murger defined 19th-century Parisian bohemian life and inspired Puccini's classic opera, La Bohème.
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Uncover the unexpected romance and theatrical drama unfolding among everyday kitchen utensils in this whimsical story.
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Douglas Blackstone reflects on the "Four W’s"—four legendary oboists from the Curtis Institute whose careers shaped American classical music.
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"Music that stinks to the ear?" Mark Malinowski explores how critics originally panned masterworks by Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Brahms, and Chopin.
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Explore the historical fact and fiction behind the film Chevalier, from Joseph Boulogne's violin battle with Mozart to his real-life role in the French Revolution.
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Mark Malinowski examines the rise of AI in the arts, exploring what AI-generated music means for human creativity.
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Explore the fascinating intersection of classical music, film, and television, from James Bond scores to J.S. Bach.
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Mark Malinowski shares a personal story of recovery and reflects on how WBJC adapted to pandemic challenges—and the power of community support along the way.
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Do Orchestras Really Need Conductors? Exploring the Good, the Bad, and the Beat
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Why technology will never replace phone calls in public radio fundraising and listener engagement. Insights from radio host Mark Malinowski.