An Hysteric Return: P.D.Q. Bach at Carnegie Hall album cover

Classically Funny

Soundcheck | Sep 16, 2011

Stuffy, elitist... and positively hilarious. Today: A look at classical music's lighter side, and a sneak preview of the WQXR Classical Comedy Contest. Plus: We take your suggestions for classical music that leaves you in stitches. And: They've fundamentally changed the world of chamber music - the Kronos Quartet performs live.

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