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Arts and Music

From Mozart to Weird Al: The Evolution of Parody

Arthur Buckner and Linda Diaz are accomplished musicians and music teachers exploring the music theory, production, history and culture behind our favorite songs and musical styles.

From Mozart to Weird Al: The Evolution of Parody

Season 1 Episode 10 | 9m 12s

"Weird Al" Yankovic might be the first person to come to mind when you think of parody music, but did you know that composers like Bach, Mozart, and Satie have been parodying each other's work for centuries?

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