Classical Classroom

Osvaldo Golijov's "Ayre" – an amazing exercise in contrasts – is unlike any other piece you've ever heard on Classical Classroom. In fact, is it classical music?? Percussionist Craig Hauschildt (who works for a group called Da Camera that brings tons of classical music to Houston) answers that question, plus, we both try and fail at pronouncing a lot of words. Audio production by Todd “Trouble” Hulslander, with snacking and oversight by Dacia Clay. Music used in this episode: – Ayre (2004) by Osvaldo Noé Golijov – Folk Songs by Luciano Berio – “Debaser”, from the album Doolittle, by the Pixies For more about Da Camera of Houston, visit www.dacamera.com.