This Song Altered the Musical Landscape: “Gretchen at the Spinning Wheel”
It was 201 years ago this week that Franz Schubert (1797-1828) wrote a song that would alter the course of music history. WRTI’s Kile Smith looks at “Gretchen at the Spinning Wheel,” an…
Secret Life of the Great Composers: Beethoven’s Bad Temper, Schubert’s Sinful Ways… It’s all in their ‘Diaries’
Beethoven conquered deafness to compose before his mysterious death Richard Strauss survived two world wars pushing the boundaries of decency Franz Schubert died penniless despite composing classics such as Ave Maria…
The Secret Love Beethoven Took to His Grave: One Woman Did Capture Ludwig’s Heart, His Immortal Beloved, whose Identity Remains a Mystery
The secret love Beethoven took to his grave: He was a brilliant but broke bachelor who chose brothels over marriage – but one woman did capture Ludwig’s heart, his Immortal…
Christian Li, from 7 to 12, the Youngest Ever Winner at the Menuhin Competition
The 12-year-old is also the youngest ever winner at the Menuhin Competition Christian was performing at National Boys Choir of Australia’s concert. Christian is 7 and a half, he has…
Rod Stewart Invites 94-Year-Old Sister Onstage for a Touching Duet of ‘Sailing’ & Story Behind…
Sir Rod Stewart is a remarkable performer, no doubt about that. SOURCE: YOUTUBE – ROD STEWART The “Maggie May” singer has been topping the charts since the start of his…
Piano Shark “Grandpa” Dives Into Rousing Version Of “Dance Monkey” On Public Piano
Who could forget the infectious beat of “Dance Monkey” by Tones and I, the Australian artist who took the globe by storm in 2019? This quirky, captivating song has dominated…
Boardwalk Hall: Exploring the World’s Grandest Pipe Organs
The largest Pipe organ in the world! (The largest musical instrument in the world. Atlantic City boardwalk pipe organ) The largest pipe organ in the world at Boardwalk Hall A…
The Lost Promise of Composer Lili Boulanger & Her Untimely D-e-a-t-h
Lili Boulanger was the first woman to win the Prix de Rome in 1913. But her music has been overshadowed by her untimely d-e-a-t-h and the legacy of her older…
Billie Holiday: A Jazz Icon and the Lady Day’s Legacy
Billie Holiday, also known as “Lady Day,” is one of the most iconic and influential jazz singers in the history of American music. With her distinctive voice, emotive performances, and…
Ella Fitzgerald: Honoring the Legacy of the First Lady of Song or “The Queen of Jazz”
Ella Fitzgerald, often referred to as the “First Lady of Song” or simply “The Queen of Jazz,” was an American jazz vocalist whose unparalleled vocal talent and versatility made…