Welcome to another week with Classical KING! Dive into our rich programming full of musical delights that cater to every classical music lover. Here’s what we have lined up for you this week: 

On-Air Highlights

Music Feature: Valentine’s Day

Date: Friday, February 14, 2025 – All Day

You bring the chocolate and the roses, and we’ll bring the music for this year’s Valentine’s Day celebration. We’re celebrating Valentine’s Day all day with a playlist filled with the great romances, ballads, and waltzes of classical music.

Northwest Focus Live

Date: Friday, February 14, 2025, 7:00pm 

Host: Maggie Molloy 

This week on Northwest Focus Live, Seattle Opera gives us a glimpse into their upcoming summer production, “Earth to Kenzie.” This one-act opera, perfect for audiences of all ages, explores themes of empathy and overcoming adversity through the imaginative eyes of a fifth-grade girl named Kenzie. Tune in for a captivating evening of storytelling and music. 

Seattle Opera: Les Troyens in Concert 

Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025, 10:00am 

Don’t miss this broadcast of Seattle Opera’s “Les Troyens,” a sweeping epic that captures the aftermath of the Trojan War. Featuring powerful performances by J’Nai Bridges and Russell Thomas, this abridged concert version brings Berlioz’s masterpiece to life. Experience the drama and passion of one of opera’s greatest tales right from your home. 

The Score with Edmund Stone 

Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025, 4:00pm 

Join us for an insightful conversation with James Newton Howard, one of Hollywood’s master composers. Discover the secrets behind his iconic scores for films like “The Sixth Sense” and “The Hunger Games.” Edmund Stone explores Howard’s creative process and his ability to evoke deep emotional responses through music. 

Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025, 4:00pm 

This week, The Score celebrates Black History Month by highlighting the music from films directed by Black filmmakers. From Jordan Peele’s suspenseful “Get Out” to the historical narratives in “The Woman King,” explore how these directors use music to enhance their storytelling. Edmund Stone guides us through a selection of soundtracks that have shaped modern cinema. 

Second Inversion: Love for Women Composers 

Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025, 9:00pm 

Host: Maggie Molloy 

This special GALentine’s Day edition of Second Inversion honors the contributions of women composers to the world of music. Featuring pieces that express the various forms of love — from romantic to familial — this program shines a light on the emotional depth and breadth of women’s musical expressions. Join Maggie Molloy for an evening that celebrates the powerful voices of women in music. 

 

Northwest Focus Concert Calendar Highlights 

Whidbey Island Music Festival – Love: It’s Complicated 

Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025, 3:00pm 

Location: Noorlag Music Salon, Oak Harbor 

Delve into the intertwined romantic lives and music of Clara & Robert Schumann and their friend Johannes Brahms. This concert at the Whidbey Island Music Festival explores the passion, longing, and complex relationships that these composers immortalized in their music. Don’t miss this journey into the heart of romantic classical music. 

Tacoma Opera – Duet: A Valentine of Opera & Ballet 

Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025, 2:00pm 

Location: Pantages Theater, Tacoma 

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an exquisite fusion of opera and ballet presented by Tacoma Opera and Tacoma Ballet. Featuring Puccini’s “Gianni Schicchi,” this performance pairs vocal and dance virtuosity to tell stories of love and mischief. It’s a perfect afternoon outing for both opera aficionados and ballet lovers. 

UW Concerto Competition: Strings 

Date: Friday, February 14, 2025, 3:00pm 

Location: Brechemin Auditorium, Seattle 

Support emerging talent at the University of Washington’s annual concerto competition, where string students compete for the chance to perform with the UW Symphony. Witness the dedication and skill of these young musicians as they strive to reach new artistic heights. It’s a celebration of the next generation of classical music stars. 

Visit our Northwest Focus Concert Calendar for more details on these events and discover additional local performances. Stay engaged with the vibrant classical music scene in our community.

 

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Find comprehensive details about every piece and performer on our playlist at Classical KING Playlist. Whether you’re listening online, on our app, or on 98.1 FM, enrich your listening experience by exploring the stories behind the music. 

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