Discovering Bach’s Untold Tale as Husband, Father, and Family Man
Take a closer look at Bach the husband, the father, and the family man. Bach was prolific in all areas of his life – he wrote more than 215 cantatas, numerous…
Frédéric Chopin: A musical genius and timeless inspiration
Frédéric Chopin is one of the most beloved and influential composers in the history of classical music. Born in Poland in 1810, Chopin rose to fame as a virtuoso pianist and composer…
The Mozart Effect: Unveiling the Harmonic Myth – Examining the Science Behind Musical Influence
The influence of musical language on our brain and how the Mozart effect could improve our cognitive abilities Table of Contents Introduction to the Mozart effect The origin of the Mozart effect Further research…
John Cage: Redefining Harmony and Silence – The Revolutionary Journey of Musical Composition
Born in 1912 in Los Angeles, California, John Milton Cage Jr. (more commonly known as John Cage) would rapidly become one of the most influential American composers to ever live.…
Amadeus vs. Salieri: A Feud Between Bitter Rivals
Learn about the enigmatic relationship between two ingenious composers, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri, and its depiction on the silver screen in the famous film Amadeus (1984). Aug 2,…
Franz Liszt: 4 Reasons That He Was the Original Heartthrob
Young Franz Liszt inspired a feverish fandom across Europe: Lisztomania. With over nine years of touring, the pianist commanded a sex appeal that was unheard of. Riotous crowds, swooning fans,…
Franz Liszt and Lisztomania: The first pop idol of classical music
The remarkable influence of Franz Liszt: How Lisztomania transformed classical music, inspired unprecedented hysteria, and cemented the musician’s role as a cultural icon A virtuoso pianist In the history of music, few artists have caused…
Beethoven: Unraveling the Symphony of Life – Exploring the Legacy of an Iconic Composer
Ludwig van Beethoven is one of the most revered and beloved composers in the history of western classical music. His music has touched the hearts and souls of countless people, and his…
The secret behind ‘Für Elise’ – The Untold Story of a Mysterious Muse
The identity of the muse for Für Elise has long puzzled experts. A new book suggests it was named by someone else, after the composer’s death It is one of classical…
Dr. John Mortensen: Unleashing the Musical Genius – Embracing Classical Greats and the Art of Improvisation
A leading scholar says young pianists should follow in the spontaneous spirit of Bach and Beethoven Bach, Mozart and Beethoven all thrilled audiences with their spontaneous improvisations. But today’s classical…