Why The Ninth Symphony By Beethoven Is Not Merely An Ode To Joy
Richard Osborne traces the evolution of this great work over nearly a century of recordings A 19th-century print depicting the premiere of the Ninth; and Schiller, author of the famous…
Lullabies & Resistance: Unveiling an Unconventional Tale of Polish Christmas Carols
In the run-up to Christmas, carols are practically ubiquitous in Poland, just like in other countries. We are almost assailed by them as they crop up in TV adverts and…
Immerse Yourself in 58 Hours of Free Selected Classical Music for Studying, Working, and Relaxation
We are bombarded by music, all the time, whether we like it or not. In many cases—such as those almost daily, inescapable trips to the grocery store, drug store, pet…
Under the Moon’s Muse: Unveiling Mozart’s Midnight Masterpiece – The Creation of ‘Don Giovanni’s’ Overture
Despite a few drinks in his system, or perhaps because of them, Mozart managed to compose a masterful overture the night before “Don Giovanni’s” premiere. As is often the case…
Celebrating the Top 20 Greatest Classical Composers of All Time
Who are the best classical composers of all time? Discover our selection of the top 20 greatest classical composers throughout history. Who are the best classical composers of all time?…
Harmonizing Tradition and Innovation: Why Modern Musicians Should Embrace Classical Greats and the Art of Improvisation
Bach, Mozart and Beethoven all thrilled audiences with their spontaneous improvisations. But today’s classical pianists have lost the art, according to a music scholar, who argues that performances suffer because…
Exploring the Untold Aspects of Young J.S. Bach’s Life in a Violent, Thuggish World
Johann Sebastian Bach is arguably the greatest of all composers, with the St Matthew Passion and the Mass in B Minor among the most sublime masterpieces in classical music. But biographers over…
Johann Sebastian Bach: Delve into the Genius of the Great Composer with These 10 Essential Masterpieces
Johann Sebastian Bach would probably be astounded at his reputation as one of the greatest composers – perhaps the greatest composer – of all time. In his own day, he was famed…
Pianist Leaves Audience Stunned as Impromptu Performance Takes an Unforeseen Twist
When musician Emil Reinert sat down at the piano inside Dritan Alsela Coffee in Düsseldorf, Germany, he expected to see some surprised faces. However, he had no idea that there…
Musical Magic on the Big Screen – André Rieu’s ‘Love is All Around’ Performance to Grace Select Cineplex Locations on August 19-20, 2023
André Rieu: Love is All Around The King of the Waltz invites you to his all-new cinema concert “Love is All Around”, from his beautiful hometown of Maastricht! André Rieu…