The Influence of Indian Classical Music on Western Composers
As the opportunity for musicians to travel became more accessible and cheaper, the influence of other cultures began to impact composers across the world. From … Read more
Dr Justin Wildridge
6 Famous Romantic Era Music Pieces You Should Know
This article is given over to some of the most well-known and well-loved pieces from the Romantic era of music. The Romantic era is one … Read more
Baroque Dance Suites: A Forgotten Genre?
Forgotten Baroque Dance SuitesBefore the idea of the sonata and sonata form took hold of music in the Classical Era, the Dance Suite was an … Read more
The Future of Classical Music in the 21st Century
This is a particularly interesting title as we enter uncharted territories with the rise of AI across The Arts. Some greet this revolution with eager … Read more
7 Pieces of Classical Music about Love
Like a theme that threads through so much art, literature and music, love has provided inspiration for some of the most celebrated composer’s works. In … Read more
5 Famous Piano Pieces By W A Mozart
Mozart is probably the most celebrated composer from the Classical period of music. His output contained over six hundred compositions, many of which were for … Read more
Albert Einstein: His Musical Life
Many of us are very familiar with the equation E=MC2 and the many pictures of the wild-haired scientist who created it, but what do you know … Read more
Gustav Mahler’s Symphonies: Bridging the Romantic and Modern Eras
Austrian-born composer and conductor Gustav Mahler (1860-1911), was one of the greatest symphonic writers of his age. His lifetime spans a key period in musical … Read more
Classical Music Festivals Around The World
Post-pandemic, the opportunity to enjoy live music and music festivals at home, abroad or further afield is again possible. The plethora of options is almost … Read more
The Evolution of Piano Competitions and Their Impact on Young Pianists
If you take a short time to explore piano competitions online, you soon realize that the quantity of them is astonishing. They range from smaller, … Read more
5 Famous Beethoven Piano Works You Should Listen To
Beethoven is a particularly interesting composer as his life spanned both the Classical and Romantic movements. In his relatively short and troubled life, Beethoven composed … Read more
7 Beautiful Pieces of Classical Music Inspired by FairyTales
Classical Music Inspired by FairyTales 1. ‘Der Erlkönig’ by Franz Schubert (D.328) This is one of the most terrifying songs that Schubert ever wrote. It … Read more
The Great Piano Scam | Joyce Hatto Documentary
Many scandalous stories have rattled the world of classical music over and the ‘Great Piano Scam’ is perhaps one of the most interesting. The celebrated … Read more
Who Gets Paid The Most In An Orchestra?
Pay in almost any profession can be a thorny issue, but how do you find a suitable financial remuneration for the world’s top classical musicians? … Read more
4 Pieces Of Similar Tracks to Vivaldi’s Spring
One of the most popular pieces of Baroque music ever written has to be Antonio Vivaldi’s ‘Four Seasons’ (1718-1720). This collection of pieces is essentially … Read more