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Classics for Kids - June 2012 Giacomo Puccini Program 4 - Classical Music that Became Musical Theater

From: WGUC
Length: 06:30

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Classics for Kids is a fun introduction to classical music for kids of all ages.  Each month focuses on a different composer. In June 2012, it is Giacomo Puccini.

In this fourth program for the month, host Naomi Lewin goes to Broadway to explore shows that have their beginnings in classical music.

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Piece Description

Classics for Kids is a fun introduction to classical music for kids of all ages.  Each month focuses on a different composer. In June 2012, it is Giacomo Puccini.

In this fourth program for the month, host Naomi Lewin goes to Broadway to explore shows that have their beginnings in classical music.

Broadcast History

Classics for Kids is broadcast weekly on
WGUC
Vermont Public Radio
WDAV
WCRB
KUHA
WMNR
KBYU
WCSK
KCME
WNED
WUOT
WSHU
WQXR
WOSA
WGTE
And others

Additional Files

Additional Credits

Host, Naomi Lewin
Producers, Bruce Ellis and Tim Lanter

Related Website

www.classicsforkids.com