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From WSHU's daytime and evening classical programs, Emily Boyer and Lauren Rico give you a heads-up on some of the best music they've selected.

Haydn's playful 'Surprise'

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We're serving up a little mischief tonight with Haydn’s Surprise Symphony! Was it meant to jolt sleepy concertgoers or just to make them laugh? Either way, it’s a musical prank that still gets a reaction. Tune in and brace yourself for the punchline, tonight on 91.1, 107.5, and our music stream.

Julie Freddino is WSHU's Program Director. She also produces Sunday Baroque.