
Composers Datebook™ is a daily two-minute program designed to inform, engage, and entertain listeners with timely information about composers of the past and present. Each program notes significant or intriguing musical events involving composers of the past and present, with appropriate and accessible music related to each.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 158 | Founded | 19 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic History | |||

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On this date in 1747, London concert-goers gathered in response to a newspaper announcement, which read, “At the Theatre-Royal in Covent-Garden will be perform’d a new oratorio, call’d Judas Maccabaeus … no person to be admitted without tic... more
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On today’s date in 1837, Princess Cristina Belgiojoso-Trivulzio, scored the social coup of the season at her Parisian salon. Ostensibly, it was the culmination of a three-day fundraiser in aid of Italian political refugees, but it really wa... more
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In 2002, film director Godfrey Reggio released his latest movie. Naqoyqatsi — the Hopi word for “life as war” — was Reggio’s third and final installment in a trilogy of unusual, non-narrative films, all with Hopi titles, each comprised of v... more
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Ok, if you say, “band music,” most people think “marching bands; sporting events.” So if someone tells you there is a band work titled Ra, you might automatically respond: “sis-boom-ba.” But that’s not at all what composer David Dzubay had ... more
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Educational, inspiring and insightful. One of my favorite podcasts.
The historical tidbits add interesting background.
Gut, sehr gut.
My only complaint of Composer's Datebook is that it is too short! Perhaps a five minute snippet instead of two? Include score illustrations on the web site?
I like to listen to the Nutcracker
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Content engages listeners with daily two-minute insights about composers, highlighting significant events and intriguing stories from musical history. Eloquent storytelling is complemented by carefully curated musical selections, allowing for an entertaining educational experience. The episodes delve into the lives of both renowned and lesser-known composers, focusing on their contributions and narratives surrounding their works, making it ideal for classical music enthusiasts seeking concise yet informative content. This structured approach invites listeners to explore new composers while deepening their appreciation for classical music across various contexts.
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Composers Datebook launched 19 years ago and published 158 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Composers Datebook include:
1. Rain Worthington
2. Kathryn Bostic
3. Judith Lang Zaimont
4. Jonathan Wolff
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