What's so funny about Augusta Holmès' Overture for a Comedy? Not as much as the title might suggest! Written when the French composer was in her early twenties, the piece is surprisingly dramatic, with plenty of orchestral fireworks. Hear Augusta Holmès' Overture for a Comedy tonight on 91.1, 107.5, and our music stream.
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'll be sharing with you.
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