81-year-old proves you’re never too old to become a violin maker
If you’ve ever thought like it’s too late in life to follow your dream of learning a musical instrument or even making one, 81-year-old Amadio … Read more
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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
The History and Purpose of Toy Pianos
Toy pianos originated in Germany during the mid-19th century as toys and musical instruments for young children. Immigrants brought them to North America as part … Read more
How Terrific is This Version of the Star Wars Main Theme Performed on a Pipe Organ?
John Williams’ Star Wars score is known for being a full-fledged orchestral work that could be included in the classical music canon. Yet, who knew … Read more
Watch two years of violin progress compressed in a 5-minute video
When you take up a new instrument, especially as an adult, it feels like it takes forever to notice any progress, right? How many weeks … Read more
New York City’s Last Accordion Repairman
This video follows Alex Carozza, the last accordion sales and repairman in New York. The 88-year-old has been running his own shop for over 45 … Read more
Check out this musical-inspired eye makeup by Israeli artist Tal Peleg
Israeli artist Tal Peleg is known for making artworks…using eyelids as her canvas. While her work ranges from fairytale characters to cute cats playing with … 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
Composer Joseph Bertolozzi turns the Eiffel Tower into a musical instrument
Experimental composer Joseph Bertolozzi has discovered an interesting instrument in his recording which could possibly be a candidate for one of the world’s largest musical … Read more
Here is what happens inside your body when you play a brass instrument
Studying the way the body is influenced by music is always a thoroughly fascinating topic, isn’t it? While we mostly focus on what happens to … Read more
Is practising music as we intend it *really* necessary?
If you (half-heartedly) took up an instrument as a kid, you must remember being forced to practise for the customary hour each day–if only we … Read more
Bach’s cello suite played at the top of the world
Cellist Ruth Boden wanted to do something with music that “transcends the commonplace,” and so in this video, she puts her cello on her back … Read more
The Musical Contributions of Benjamin Franklin
In addition to being one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) made a significant impact as an author, inventor, scientist, … Read more
Hail to the Chief: History of U.S. Presidential Anthem
“Hail to the Chief” is the official anthem announcing the arrival of the president of the United States at formal events. It has been used … Read more
Take a Look at This Steampunk Marble-Powered Music Box
Instruments like the theremin (you can control it without physical contact!) are simple compared to the Wintergatan Marble Machine, the latest invention by Swedish musician … Read more