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Live Taping of Classical Music Happy Hour with Jon Batiste

Aug 17, 2026 | 12:30pm–2:00pm
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Join host and renowned pianist Manny Ax for a live taping of his Classical Music Happy Hour podcast, featuring special guest Jon Batiste. 

They will share stories from musical careers on the road, chat about favorite musical pieces, answer listener questions, and talk about Batiste's new album, Black Mozart, all up close, in an intimate setting.

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