This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating Kwanzaa and the music that plays an important role as one of the binding forces bringing African and African American cultures together. As aired on KBACH on December 26th

In this episode we celebrate Go Caroling Day by exploring the origins of caroling and how it has become a regular component of holiday celebrations. As aired on KBACH on December 19th.

In this episode we celebrate National Violin Day by exploring the origins of the violin and recognizing the role the violin has in music around the world. As aired on KBACH on December 12th.

This week we are recognizing the Dutch tradition holiday of Sinterklaas and its significance since it was created. As aired on KBACH on December 5.

This week we are celebrating the languages, stories, and traditions of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities for Native American Heritage Month. As aired on KBACH on November 28.

This week on Take Note, we are honoring Transgender Day of Remembrance with music written about transgender rights and human rights activist Sylvia Rivera. As aired on KBACH on November 21.

In this episode, we’re celebrating Clarinet Day by learning about the different types of clarinets and the types of music they play. As aired on KBACH on November 14th.

This week we are observing the Hindu celebration of Diwali. Along with traditions used to celebrate the festival, no Diwali is complete without dance and song. As aired on KBACH on November 7.

This week on Take Note, two very spooky selections of classical music that are sure to leave you feeling haunted! As aired on KBACH on October 31st.

This week we’re celebrating World Opera Day by glancing back at the rich history of opera and its tropes. As aired on KBACH on October 24.