15 Glorious Classical Masterpieces for the Perfect Summertime Soundtrack
Let these brilliant summer melodies take you on a musical journey from the fervent height of summer, to the tranquil sunset at day’s end. Keep cool and ring in the…
High School Choir’s Breathtaking Rendition of ‘Down to the River to Pray’ Echoes from Hotel Balconies
A high school choir harmonises on a beloved spiritual, in one soul-shaking hotel acoustic… A viral video of high school students singing the folk hymn ‘Down to the River to…
Masterpieces in Harmony The 20 Best Piano Concertos of All Time
From the J.S. Bach keyboard works of the Baroque era to Bartók’s note-splitting masterpiece of the 20th century, here are some of the greatest piano concertos ever to have…
Five Exceptional Child Musical Prodigies From Around the World
It’s not every day you discover a talent that amazes the world. Check out this list of the world’s top 5 child musical prodigies: The world is full of all…
Creative Pianist Skillfully Recreates ‘Happy Birthday’ in the Styles of Beethoven and Other Iconic Composers
Nicole Pesce Plays Happy Birthday The tune to happy birthday is well known all over the world, its lyrics known to all. From kid’s parties to grandpa’s 90th birthday bash…
Reasons Why Classical Music Helps You Focus
Is there something like classical music that makes focusing a little easier or does it provide a distraction? For many people I know, having music playing in the room or…
Who caused Bach to go blind?
Bach underwent eye surgery in April 1750 performed by English eye surgeon John Taylor, which had catastrophic consequences… As J.S. Bach approached his 65th birthday, his busy life had started to take…
Elisey Mysin – A Prodigy Pianist Defying Expectations Who Has Been Compared With Mozart
Being born with a natural ability for anything is a blessing, but being a master of the piano before the age of 10 is a miracle. Elisey Mysin is the…
Exploring 10 Timeless Masterpieces by Mozart Every Classical Music Enthusiast Must Know
Ten Mozart performers including Mitsuko Uchida and the late Neville Marriner reveal which of the great composer’s works have inspired them the most. We’ve asked 10 top performers to tell…
A Review of Aldeburgh Festival Premieres – Where New Music and Fresh Perspectives Illuminate the Opening Weekend
Works by Sadie Harrison, David Horne, David Matthews, Michael Finnisy, Francisco Coll and Cassandra Miller were given their first performances over a captivating opening weekend New music featured prominently in…