The Steve Nash Crossover Orchestra
They’re called Steve Nash and the Turntable Orchestra officially, but the music is a crossover of different, seemingly contrary styles of music. The classical side … Read more
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Verdi Vs Wagner: Who’s The Winner?
If you’re not familiar with the history of the two men, Verdi and Wagner composed operas in the same time period, and had nearly opposite … Read more
Irish Orchestra Faces Extinction From Funding Shortfall
The Ulster Orchestra was birthed in 1966 in Northern Ireland and has provided the only source for symphonic performance from professional musicians for the area’s … Read more
Cellist And Beatboxing Flight Attendant Play Bach Duet
During a Southwest Airlines flight, cellist Francisco Vila and a beatboxing flight attendant known as Maximillian performed the Prelude to Bach‘s Cello Suite No. 1, to … Read more
This 8 Year Old Girl Singing ‘Queen of the Night’ Seriously Understands The Character
The famous aria from Mozart’s “ The Magic Flute” is known for being one of the most demanding Soprano pieces in the literature. Popularly know … Read more
Concertgebouw Recreates Bike Scene From ‘The Shining’
It’s unusual to think of a classical music institution known around the world taking on something from a horror movie from the 1970s, but this … Read more
David Garrett: TIMELESS – Brahms And Bruch Violin Concertos
Violinist David Garrett returns to the classical music repertoire with two legendary concertos featured on the latest album from Decca Records Classical – ‘Timeless’. Performing … Read more
Which U.S. University Listens To The Most Classical Music?
If you were to take a guess at which US university listens to the most classical music, the first college to pop into your mind … Read more
2Cellos are back with an astonishing Iron Maden meets Rossini mash-up
Classical duo 2Cellos released a video for their arrangement of Iron Maiden classic The Trooper, mixed with Rossini’s William Tell Overture. 2Cellos (Luka Šulić and … Read more
How Ballet Dancers Prepare Their Pointe Shoes
The rituals that ballet dancers work through daily in their practices for performance are rigorous in nature. From stretching to the run-throughs of routines, the … Read more
4th Annual Franz Liszt Birthday Gala
The American Liszt Society Chicago/Midwest Chapter and the Music Institute of Chicago will celebrate Franz Liszt’s 203rd birthday with a grand evening of his music … Read more
Barenboim and Argerich Four-Hand Brilliance Exhibited In Recording
Time has the power to do many things, some positive and some on the other side of the coin. Martha Argerich and Daniel Barenboim have … Read more
Placido Domingo in pictures: 16 iconic images of the great tenor
Placido Domingo is an international icon who has definitely shared his renowned tenor vocals with the world, giving over 3,600 career performances in over 100 … Read more
Lang Lang Demonstrates How To Test A Piano For A Concert
Becoming a concert pianist takes years of experience and thousands hours of practice on a regular basis. To developing a substantial classical piano repertoire, pianists … Read more
Why A Dreaded Fate For Many Music Schools Is Extinction
Adapt, change or die. It’s the mantra every organization faces. Leadership, personnel, and even business models in recent years have had to completely alter the … Read more