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Take Note is a ninety-second weekly dive into music history where we choose topics based on music’s intersection with national and international cultural celebrations. Highlighting diverse topics with... more
FAQs about Take Note:How many episodes does Take Note have?The podcast currently has 160 episodes available.
March 25, 2026Greek American Heritage MonthHappy Greek American Heritage Month! This week on Take Note, we learn about one iconic Greek American diva of the stage, Maria Callas. ...more2minPlay
March 18, 2026Eid al-FitrIn this episode, celebrate Eid Al-Fitr by exploring the Arabic song that came to be associated with the holiday. ...more2minPlay
March 11, 2026Women's History Month 2026Happy Women’s History Month from us here at Take Note! In this episode we hear about two compositions that align with this year’s Women’s History Month theme: “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future.” ...more2minPlay
March 04, 2026Holi (Festival of Color)Holi, or the Festival of Color, takes place on March 4th this year, celebrating the start of spring, new beginnings, and the triumph of good over evil. This week’s episode features the music of Red Baraat. ...more2minPlay
February 24, 2026Black History MonthFebruary is Black History Month, and today we're learning about two remarkable composers: William Grant Still and Valerie Coleman. ...more2minPlay
February 18, 2026CarnivalCelebrated this year between February 12th and 17th, Carnival is one of the most widely varied holidays in the Christian tradition; and this week on Take Note, we’re learning about music inspired by the holiday....more2minPlay
February 11, 2026Valentine's DayWhat is more romantic than Shakespeare? This week on Take Note, it’s Romeo and Juliet in honor of Valentine's Day. ...more2minPlay
February 04, 2026National Ukulele DayFebruary 2nd is Ukulele Day, and this episode is all about the small but mighty instrument most commonly associated with Hawaii. ...more2minPlay
January 28, 2026Up Helly AaJoin us in celebrating Up Helly Aa, a time marking the end of the Yule season. In this episode, we learn about Scottish folk music. ...more2minPlay
January 21, 2026Mariachi Day - Re-Air!In this episode, celebrate Mariachi Day by exploring the origins of mariachi music and what led it to becoming widely celebrated today....more2minPlay
FAQs about Take Note:How many episodes does Take Note have?The podcast currently has 160 episodes available.