Playlist Archives
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Playlist 2021-12-19
Many familiar Christmas songs are based on or derived from popular melodies. If you’re familiar with the Christmas song WHAT CHILD IS THIS you’ve probably also heard it called GREENSLEEVES. That’s because William Chatterton Dix’s lyrics are sung to the tune of a very old English melody by that name. You’ll hear Greensleeves and other…
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Playlist 2021-12-12
Since the 1970s, organist, harpsichordist, conductor, and music scholar Trevor Pinnock has been a leader in the revival of interest in baroque music. He’s also been a pioneer in the use of “period” instruments like the ones played during the baroque era. In celebration of his 75th birthday on December 16th, you’ll hear Trevor Pinnock…
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Playlist 2021-12-05
Hanukkah, the Jewish Feast of Lights, continues through December 6th this year. George Frideric Handel’s oratorio JUDAS MACCABEUS tells some of the Hanukkah story in music – the victory of the Maccabees, and the rededication of the temple. You’ll hear selections from JUDAS MACCABEUS on Sunday Baroque this weekend.
