In honor of his birthday this week, an exploration of the rebellious genius of J. S. Bach. Come along and be introduced to the man you’ve never really known.

A selection of musical, literary and historical renegades throughout history with music and poetry to accompany their stories.

In honor of her 80th birthday, a look at Joni Mitchell’s masterpiece (one of them) Blue.

Maurice Chevalier, Antonio Vivaldi for openers on our way into a glimpse into Mexican folklore and song.

A look back at the genius of arranger and composer Gil Evans.

A jazz sampler from the high water mark of post war jazz.

Music to warm your heart while leaves flutter by.

A wide range of artists and their music for an autumn day.

A selection of pieces mourning the passing of summer. (Jane Siberry, above)

A program of Brazilian music featuring Heitor Villa-Lobos and his second thoughts on his most widely known piece.

Saturn lore and songs for Labor Day.