Our Classical Breakdown podcast is taking a break for the summer but host John Banther has some listening suggestions before our third season starts in the fall. Look for a new video every two weeks.

A new summer episode pick from John Banther is here! This time, no. 45, "Berlioz Symphonie Fantastique. A story of obsession, betrayal, and execution." Get inside Berlioz's wild head with John and Nicole on this summer episode pick!

Listen to Episode #45: Berlioz Symphonie Fantastique. A story of obsession, betrayal, and execution

John Banther pops in for another summer episode pick: Episode #34, 'What Does a Concertmaster Really Do?' with the Concertmaster of the National Symphony Orchestra, Nurit Bar-Joseph. Listen along with us and look out for puppy outtakes at the end!

Listen to Episode #34: What Does a Concertmaster Really Do?

Season 2 may have concluded, but John Banther revisits his favorite past episodes all summer! He is currently revisiting Episode #38, "The Life of Florence Price" examining her childhood, traumas, and what is reflected in her music. Listen along with us!

Listen to Episode #38: The Life of Florence Price

It's a wrap for Season 2! John Banther sits down with us for a quick chat to conclude the season and introduce the season finale - his annual summer listening guide. Can’t wait for Season 3? Be on the lookout for John’s Summer Picks all summer long.

Listen to Episode #47: New classical albums to listen to this summer!