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Extra Eclectic - July 6, 2026

An American Mirror

An American Mirror

On this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ host Steve Seel extends the 250th anniversary celebrations with two hours of works by contemporary American composers, including Derrick Skye, Jennifer Higdon, Jessie Montgomery, Shelley Washington, Curtis Stewart and more. Listen now!

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YourClassical's American Composers Countdown
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Aaron Dworkin has cultivated a community through music
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Lara Downes celebrates the country's 250th with 'Hold These Truths'

Lara Downes celebrates the country's 250th with 'Hold These Truths'

On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pianist Lara Downes describes how her project aimed at uniting American communities informed the music on her latest recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher in anticipation of the country’s 20th anniversary.

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International and domestic music

International and domestic music

This episode of ‘Extra Eclectic’ highlights international composers and cross-cultural collaborations with works by Gabriela Ortiz, Johann Johannsson and more. In the second hour, host Steve Seel begins a tribute to contemporary American classical music ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. Listen now!

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50 years ago, Aaron Copland conducted the Minnesota Orchestra for the U.S. Bicentennial
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Classically Training: How do composers compose?
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'Transitioning: The Music of Change': Spotlighting Queer and trans musicians
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Quincy Jones was a legend across genres and decades

Quincy Jones was a legend across genres and decades

At his core, Quincy Jones was a composer and arranger whose voice was shaped by the world of classical music. His ability to weave Black musical traditions into classical frameworks opened doors for new generations of Black and Brown composers. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.

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Orli Shaham and members of the Pacific Symphony weave an 'American Tapestry'
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YourClassical Radio
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