Classical Classroom, Episode 1: Chris Johnson teaches Vivaldi’s Autumn

Revisit Classical Classroom’s very first show! Classical music announcer Chris Johnson compares two very different recordings of the same piece. Gut strings, basso continuo, and the Baroque period are discussed.

In this episode, Dacia Clay talks with Chris Johnson about Vivaldi's "Autumn", and rich people having picnics.

Audio production by Todd “Teacup” Hulslander and Chris Johnson.

Music used in this episode includes:

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Concerto, “Autumn” by:

• Itzak Perlman violin solo, London Philharmonic
• Fabio Biondi solo violin, Europa Galante