Extra Eclectic

Composer Glenn Branca’s goal was musical ecstasy through assault of the senses.

Musical thoughts on America, travel, and the idea of home.

The annual migration of the birds inspires this week’s program.

There’s one way to deal with the shorter days: celebrate the darkness.

Esa-Pekka Salonen finishes a composition some 20 years in the making.

An assortment of dynamic works featuring solo virtuosity this week.

The standard piano has 8 notes per octave, but Michael Harrison’s has a whopping 24.

Adams’ early work remains a fan favorite.

Cartoons can be a door into classical music.

We’re getting from here to there this week.