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Composers Datebook

American Public Media
Peter Schickele
Ludwig Van Beethoven
Philip Glass
Krzysztof Penderecki
Rudolf Friml
Wayne Barlow
Marco Uccellini
PDQ Bach
Bach
Fargo, North Dakota
Lincoln Center
Carnegie Hall
Swarthmore College
Juilliard School
First Symphony
Threnody For the Victims Of Hiroshima
Ferde Grofe
David Schiff
Satyagraha
Tan Dun

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.

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Jonathan Wolff
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John Burge
Host of Composers Datebook.
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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 236 ratings
  • Educational, inspiring and insightful. One of my favorite podcasts.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JeanLouise
    6 months ago
  • History is Interesting

    The historical tidbits add interesting background.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pudelmom
    United States7 months ago
  • Gut

    Gut, sehr gut.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fill makes Games
    United States10 months ago
  • Make it a longer show?

    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?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HarrierLG
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nice Musical Podcast

    I like to listen to the Nutcracker

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tara starlong
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the whimsical and educational content, often highlighting how engaging and informative the anecdotes about composers are.
A few critiques exist regarding length and occasional repetitiveness in content, yet overall positivity remains strong.
There is a noted appreciation for the ability to learn something new every day.
Many enjoy the daily format, wishing for slightly longer segments to delve deeper into the music without losing attention.
Some reviews suggest that while the podcast covers a niche area, it effectively introduces new listeners to classical music.

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What is Composers Datebook about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This daily audio series presents brief yet engaging narratives centered around notable composers from history as well as contemporary figures. Each episode provides listeners with a succinct glimpse into intriguing musical events, often highlighting lesser-known stories regarding renowned composers, their works, and their contributions to the world of music. The unique format captures significant moments in music history, transforming complex concepts into digestible insights, making it appealing to both classical music aficionados and curious newcomers alike. Overall, the content is characterized by its educational intent and ability to spark interest in classical music.

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1. Piano Puzzler
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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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