Exploring Music takes listeners on an adventure through the world of classical music. Each five-episode series explores a single theme, revealing surprising connections among composers, cultures, history, and great works – from Shakespeare and music to the lives of iconic composers, from musical capitals like Paris and Venice to festivals, genres, and traditions from around the globe. Whether you’re a devoted classical music fan or just beginning to explore, Exploring Music offers a welcoming place to learn, listen, and be inspired – one week, one theme, and one musical adventure at a time.
Hosted by Peter van de Graaff, Exploring Music welcomes a new chapter while continuing to feature encore episodes from founding host Bill McGlaughlin in selected weeks.
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The episode on CPE Bach was fascinating and inspiring. I had to listen to it again!
Nice! We’re glad that resonated with you.
Late last year I started listening to classical music. I often wished there was an approachable and engaging way to learn more about the music I was listening to. I stumbled across Exploring Music on my way home from work. I enjoy it so much! Thank you very, very much!
Hi Molly, welcome! It’s nice to hear Exploring Music is helpful to you. Soon you’ll be a classical master!
I love this show!
Great, thanks for tuning in!
This is the only station i listen to in my car and In my home and always while im doing my homework, including right now. Thank you for playing beautiful music.
Thank you Victoria, glad you are enjoying it!
Enjoying tonight’s journey with Verdi and Boito and Otello. I have ignored opera until this evening. So beautiful and informative! Thank you.
Why haven’t I been able to find Bill McGlaughlin for 2 weeks now?
Hi Lyle, Exploring Music will return next week. We have our Fall Fundraiser going on right now.
Thanks for doing a week of Motzart piano concertos can you do another week of Motzart pieces for 2 or more piano that means mostly sonatas
Thanks Myron Otto Ephrata PA
I found this station last week, and it has changed everything! I listen to it to/from work and have it on around my house when I am doing daily tasks. Thank you for providing this!!
Welcome! We’re happy found us. You might also enjoy Midday Music 10am-2pm. It’s hosted by a Haley.