YourClassical Adventures

Each Saturday at 8 a.m. central, Liz Lyon presents YourClassical Adventures. She explores different areas in classical music and gives you examples to help spark your own classical music adventure. What are you and your family curious about after hearing this week's show? Share your comments and ideas with us!

This episode of YourClassical Adventures explores the music of composer and pianist Frederic Chopin.

This episode of YourClassical Adventures explores music that was inspired by paintings and beautiful landscapes.

This episode of YourClassical Adventures explores the different parts and sounds of the symphony.

This episode explores music written by American composer Amy Beach.

One of the most famous composers’ to come out of England was Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. He was born to an English mother and an African father. Join Melissa Dundis and listen to some of his greatest works together.

What is one of the lowest sounding instruments? The bassoon is a large instrument from the woodwind family, which also means it makes the lowest sounds. Join Melissa Dundis for an episode to hear fun pieces featuring the bassoon.

Rondos are often played at a fast and lively pace. Can you hear the repeating melodies in the following pieces of music?

What do you dream about doing when the weather gets warm? Maybe you dream of taking a vacation with family and friends. Tune in to the latest episode of YourClassical Adventures for music that helps you daydream.

Where have you seen a marching band before? At a sporting event, like a football game or at a summer parade? No marching band would be complete without the trombone. It’s a very powerful brass instrument.