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We have reached the eponymous work in our series of surprise symphonies: Haydn’s Symphony No. 94 – the “Surprise Symphony” – but perhaps as you’ve never heard it. We’ll also feature the tuneful second symphony of composer William Grant Still.

Bernard Herrmann wrote some of the greatest film scores of the 20th century on top of being an excellent conductor. We’ll hear him interpret one of his own film scores as well as music by Faure and Liszt.

In the second episode highlighting the work of Bernard Herrmann, we'll hear him conduct music from his most famous film score, his Oscar-winning score, a score inspired by Greek myth, as well as selections by Dukas and Sibelius. His ability to interpret music was masterful, always with an incredible sense of pacing and drama, even in familiar music.

This week on From the Archives, enjoy a special program of music that’s scary, creepy, and weird. Plus, iconic music from movies that we’ll never forget. Turn out the lights and listen — we dare you!

This week on From the Archives, enjoy excellent symphonies perhaps you haven’t heard – one by the "Spanish Mozart” and an American work that has been called “the epitome of the 20th century symphony.”

Hear incredible music by George Szell and the Cleveland Orchestra — one of the most successful artistic partnerships of the 20th century. We’ll hear music by Wagner and Richard Strauss in stunning live performances that must be heard to be believed.

Leopold Stokowski was perhaps the most famous conductor of the 20th century. Hear him conduct colorful ballet music by Tchaikovsky and Sibelius, with all the trademark flair that made him famous.

What music would you like to have with you if marooned on a desert island? Explore Frank Byrne's "Castaway Classics" this week, including an extraordinary recording of Tchaikovsky’s 6th Symphony.

Get a glimpse into the inexhaustible genius of Mozart with two works for piano.

In the 5th installment of the series "Themes and Variations," enjoy music by Jaromir Weinberger and Sir Edward Elgar, including an unforgettable recording of the Enigma Variations.