Beethoven beneath the surface

This week on Extra Eclectic, host Steve Seel brings us percussive sounds with an emphasis on vibraphones, bells, marimbas, and yes, the piano. We hear works from Takashi Yoshimatsu, John Luther Adams, and more.

On this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ host Steve Seel features music by Black American composers with an added undercurrent on the theme of unity. We hear works from Carlos Simon’s ‘Warmth of Other Suns’ to Valerie Coleman’s ‘Umoja: Anthem of Unity’ and more.

It’s hard to believe that nights are already getting a bit longer again! On this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ we’ll hear Meredith Monk’s ‘Nightfall,’ Johann Johannsson’s ‘Good Night, Day,’ Caroline Shaw’s ‘Who Turns Out The Light’ and more. Listen now with host Steve Seel!

On the latest episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ we celebrate Independence Day. Host Steve Seel brings us two hours of music by American composers. Laurie Anderson’s ‘Statue of Liberty,’ Alex Berko’s ‘Sacred Place’ and John Adams’ ‘Shaker Loops’ are among the selections. Listen now!

American sounds are in the spotlight on this week’s episode of ‘Extra Eclectic.’ Selections include Kevin Puts’ orchestral ode to Santa Cruz’s annual Cabrillo Festival and the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet’s appreciation of Michael Hedges. Listen now with host Steve Seel!

On this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ with guest host Bonnie North, Catherine Gregory, Mary Stolper and more play contemporary music for flute. Plus, Kojiro Umezaki plays the shakuhachi, a Japanese bamboo flute, in excerpts from the album ‘A Distance, Intertwined.’ Listen now!

Summer means music festivals! On this week’s ‘Extra Eclectic,’ host Steve Seel samples from the incredible choices modern classical fans have this year for a road trip. We hear from composers and performers who will be showcased at Aspen, Grand Teton and more. Listen now!

Beethoven lurks in the melodies and motifs in this week’s edition of Extra Eclectic, with modern works that quote, refer to or otherwise honor his compositions. In the second hour, host Steve Seel brings us works that approach the piano as a percussion instrument. Listen now!

In the realm of modern classical music, there are a number of ensembles and performers who focus exclusively on the new and experimental. Steve Seel highlights a host of them on this episode of ‘Extra Eclectic,’ including Brooklyn Rider, So Percussion and the Philip Glass Ensemble.

Bryce Dessner is equally at home writing classical works as he is playing guitar in the critically-acclaimed band The National. Host Steve Seel features his Concerto for Two Pianos on this edition of ‘Extra Eclectic.’ Listen now!