Take Note
Take Note is a ninety-second weekly dive into music history where we choose topics based on music’s intersection with national and international cultural celebrations. Highlighting diverse topics within the history of music, Take Note aims to promote inclusivity in the world of classical music. Each Take Note episode has its own focus whether fun or educational so that listeners from all backgrounds will find something to enjoy from week to week. From holidays like Cinco de Mayo and the 4th of July to World Day of Social Justice and National Eisteddfod, Take Note covers a breadth of topics displaying the many roles music plays in our world.
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Episodes
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
In this episode of Take Note, we’re taking a moment to remember the tragedy of September 11 with music written by John Adams. As aired on KBACH on September 10.
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating National Piano Month. We talk about the history of the piano, and the piano’s first superstar. As aired on KBACH on September 3.
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
In honor of Grief Awareness Day, we’re telling the stories of two composers who channeled their grief into their music. As aired on KBACH on August 27.
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
In this episode we celebrate National Radio Day by taking a look back at the history of classical music aired on radio. As aired on KBACH August 20th.
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
This week on Take Note, we learn about the Festival of Obon, a Japanese tradition dating back over 500 years. In this episode, we will dive into the folk music behind this special holiday. As aired on KBACH on August 13.
Wednesday Aug 07, 2024
Wednesday Aug 07, 2024
Celebrated every year on the first Sunday of August is National Friendship Day. Friendship is one of the sweetest joys of life, and in this episode we’ll hear music inspired by friendship and learn about some musical friends. As aired on KBACH on August 6th.
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating National Sisters Day with two sisters who made names for themselves in music history. As aired on KBACH on July 30th.
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
In this episode we recognize South Asian Heritage as it is celebrated from July 18th through August 17th, and learn about the musical traditions of the countries within the region. As aired on KBACH July 23rd.
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
This week on Take Note, we’re exploring La Paz Day, celebrated in Bolivia on July 16th to honor the country's uprising against the Spanish in 1809, featuring cultural festivities and reflections on the city's Andean heritage, alongside a rich tapestry of Bolivian music embodying indigenous rhythms, Spanish influences, and modern innovations, showcasing traditional dances and instruments like the charango, zampoña, quena, and reco-reco, all reflecting Bolivia's multicultural identity. As aired on KBACH on July 16.
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
In this episode we celebrate French American Heritage Month and honor the contributions and achievements of French Americans throughout history. As aired on KBACH on July 9th.