The Math Behind Beethoven’s Music
TED has produced an interesting video and accompanying blog post explaining how important elements of Beethoven’s creativity can be traced to mathematics. This helps explain … Read more
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Seven Delightful Scandals and Controversies in Classical Music
Those who are not immersed in the world of classical music tend to imagine it as a fabled ivory tower on mount Olympus where blissful … Read more
Olivier Messiaen: 20th-Century Composer
The compositions of Olivier Messiaen (1908-1992) reflect the bridging of traditional, tonal music with the avant-garde styles of the 20th century. He was born in … Read more
Study shows cancer patients benefit from choral singing
A new study carried out in part by the Royal College of Music shows that choral singing benefits cancer patients. The results suggest that one … Read more
Meryl Streep sings in trailer for movie about worst opera singer ever
A trailer has been released for Florence, a biopic starring Meryl Streep about a woman described as the worst opera singer of all time. The … Read more
Viola player sues Royal Opera House over hearing loss
A current court case could have major implications for musicians who have suffered hearing damage while performing or rehearsing. Chris Goldscheider was a successful viola … Read more
The Phantom of The Opera breaks another Guinness world record
The Phantom of the Opera is the longest-running musicals of all time: in September 2012, the ill-fated mentor-mentee relationship between the creepy “phantom” and the … Read more
Does classical music help you to work/study?
Opinions are divided on whether it is beneficial to listen to music while working or studying. For some, having access to their favourite playlist is … Read more
9 Classical Pieces for Easter
So much focus is given to classical music at Christmas time that a lot of people often overlook that there is a large number of … Read more
Composer Louis Vierne and His Organ Symphonies
The French composer, Louis Vierne (1870-1937), wrote six symphonies as large-scale concert works for pipe organ. He studied with French composer-organists César Franck and Charles-Marie … Read more
Andrea Bocelli regrets not completing his piano studies
In an interview put out following the release of his new album, Cinema, Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli admits that his greatest regret was his failure … Read more
6 Psychological and Physical Benefits of Choral Singing
Research has shown for some time that singing in a choir has tremendous benefits for physical and mental well-bing, leading some to campaign for it … Read more
Listen to Gershwin playing Gershwin in this 1924 recording of Rhapsody in Blue
An incredible rarity for the world of Classical Music: while we cannot actually make sure what a piece actually sounded like when it first was … Read more
10 Reasons Why People Should Listen to Classical Music
Listening to classical music is inspiring and enjoyable for those of us who are fans of the genre. But a growing body of scientific research … Read more
Is classical music really superior to all other genres?
You do love classical music. You would not even be here if you did not care about it. However, did you ever ask yourself if … Read more