The Influence of Latin American Rhythms on Piano Music
The influence of Latin-American culture on music has been quite profound. It has gently filtered its way into nearly every genre of music from classical … Read more
The influence of Latin-American culture on music has been quite profound. It has gently filtered its way into nearly every genre of music from classical … Read more
More often than not, women’s important contribution to music has been overlooked, neglected and ignored. There are probably more forgotten women composers than there are … Read more
It’s often said that history is written by the victorious. In a cultural context, this is no different, especially the further one travels back in … Read more
Before exploring the finer points of this title, let’s pause to remember where the piano originated from. Born on the 4th May 1655, Bartolomeo Cristofori … Read more
With the distance of one hundred and ten years between us now and the premiere of Stravinsky’s ballet The Rite of Spring, it can be … Read more
Whether overtly or obscurely, the piano has become an object of focus in literature and art for more than two centuries. It has been featured … Read more
Of the many composers I’ve discussed in these articles, Frédéric Chopin has to be one of the most adored and admired. Not only was he … Read more
Music for many people is the most powerful art form. It can quickly evoke a range of emotional responses, change models and mindsets, and enhance … Read more
To appreciate the extensive influence Italian opera has had on Classical music we need to take a good look into its past. One claim is … Read more
Nationalism can be considered to refer to music that embraces some traditional elements such as that of folk songs or typical dance forms. It can … Read more
The 19th Century witnessed some of the most extreme musical developments in Western history. Everything appeared to be expanding. Orchestras commonly numbered a hundred performers, … Read more
Form or structure in music refers to how the music is constructed or put together. There are many different forms or structures that have developed … Read more
In conversation, people often make the connection between improvisation and jazz. This makes perfect sense as the genre is oriented around the improvisational skills of … Read more
It is consistently a challenge to summarise the life of an individual in around a thousand words. Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741), was not only a phenomenally … Read more
One of the most engaging and inspirational areas of music is where Eastern and Western cultures intersect. Over hundreds of years of cultural history, fruitful … Read more