The bass: classical music’s strange, lonesome hero. In this episode, bassist and composer Michael Kurth gives us a glimpse into the Bizarro World of bass players. Then, he talks about why he started composing, and what inspires him – including the Pixies and ring tones. Listen, if you dare! Audio production by Todd “Toasty” Hulslander with happy whistles, clicks, and beeps from Dacia Clay. Music in this episode includes: – Music from Michael Kurth’s website: <a href= "http://www.reverbnation.com/michaelkurth" target="_blank" rel= "nofollow noopener">www.reverbnation.com/michaelkurth</a> – “Wave of Mutilation” from Doolittle by the Pixies

Classical Classroom, Episode 45: Daniel Roumain’s Violin Vs. THE Violin

There is a rumor going around that classical music is hoity toity. At Classical Classroom, we beg to differ. Come learn with classical music newbie Dacia Clay and the music experts she invites into the Classical Classroom.