It was on this day in 1966 that James Brown and the Famous Flames made an appearance on the UK variety show, "Ready, Steady, Go!" On today's "A Day in the Life", we explore the history of the program and its first host, Dusty Springfield.

Today in 1791, Franz Joseph Haydn’s Symphony No. 96 in D major, also known as the "Miracle Symphony", had its premiere at the Hanover Square Rooms in London. Find out what's so miraculous about it on today's "A Classical Day in the Life".

Today in 1906, Maurice Ravel's "Sonatine" received its first performance. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life", we learn of the composition's beginnings as a a piece Ravel entered in a contest to win a prize of 100 Francs.

It was on this day in 1972 that #3 and #4 on the Billboard charts were "Heart of Gold" and "Horse with no Name", respectively. Many thought both songs were sung by Neil Young, which wasn't the case. On today's "A Day in the Life", we tease the reality out of the songs and the nationalities of those who sang them.

It was on this day in 1822 that Charles Graham of New York was granted the first US patent for artificial teeth. We seize the momentous anniversary and use it as an excuse to finally explore the world of dentistry via music!

Today in 1963 the Beatles began their first tour of the UK. Who else was on the bill with the soon-to-be bigger than life band? Find out on today's "A Day in the Life."

It was on this day in 1922 that American actor and dancer, Cyd Charisse was born in Amarillo, Texas. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life", we examine the early career of Charisse and we answer the question, "Is that really her singing?"

It was on this day in 1971 that boxers Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier met in the ring for the first time at Madison Square Garden. On today's "A Day in the Life", we explore the music inspired by the rivalry and also uncover a rather stunning interpretation of Sinatra's "My Way" by Frazier himself.

On this day in 1915, the Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev — then in his mid-20s — made his foreign debut. The concert was in Rome, and Prokofiev performed his Second Piano Concerto. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life", we explore the influence that the man behind the concert, Sergei Diaghilev, had on Prokofiev.

Today in 1967, the musical You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown opened off-Broadway at Theatre 80 in the East Village. On today's "A Day in the Life", we hear our favorite Peanuts characters come to life in the world of musical theatre.