Classical Radio Station KUSC at Festival of Books

Join Classical California KUSC for a one-of-a-kind live and interactive experience with your favorite on-air hosts! Test your knowledge with classical trivia, win fun prizes, and immerse yourself in the joy of music.

✨ Fun for All Ages! ✨
🎻 Hands-On Music Exploration – Metzler Violins presents the KUSC String Instrument Petting Zoo!
🎭 Live Performances – Enjoy LA Opera Connects' “Sing Out Loud,” featuring stunning arias, popular tunes, Spanish songs, and surprise cameos from kids in the audience!
🎨 Creative Crafts – Build your own harp with the LA Phil or craft an opera helmet with LA Opera Connects!
🎧 Relax & Listen – Kick back in the Classical California Listening Lounge, complete with bean bags and headsets tuned to our streams for both kids and adults.

Classical California Program Details:

• Love at First Listen: Each host shares the story behind their LAFL and an audio sample. Hosts on stage: Dianne, Maggie, Brian, Alan, Solomon (Sat only), Suraj
• Meet the Hosts: Each host shares how they got into radio, what a radio host does, how we pick what to play, what to say, etc. Hosts on stage: Dianne, Brian, Alan, Solomon (Sat only), Suraj
• Trivia hosted by Maggie – “Which Is It?!"
• Glissando spotlight + Car Tunes LIVE: The theme will be classical music inspired by or related to books/back to school. Suraj and Solomon host on Saturday, and Suraj on Sunday

As America’s most-listened-to classical station, we’re bringing music to life in a way the whole family can enjoy. Come play, learn, and be inspired at Harmony Hub! 🎼✨

The space will also connect visitors to USC University Relations and its community and university partners through crafts, giveaways, and resource sharing.

 Festival of Books 2025 - LA Times | San Fernando Valley News Portal

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