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
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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
Study reveals practising a musical instrument helps children focus and plan ahead
A study published by researchers at the University of Vermont’s College of Medicine provides more evidence of the benefits music can bring to children and … Read more
This 90-year-old couple playing Bach duets should be an inspiration to all musicians
Recorded in Budapest, this video shows the result of 70 years of musical collaboration. Romanian-born Hungarian composer Gyorgy Kurtag and his wife Marta, who have … Read more
How about a classical music cruise this summer?
CroisiEurope, a cruise operator running trips on Europe’s rivers, has announced a new week-long holiday aimed at classical music fans. The inaugural trip will begin … Read more
This Ted Talk Brilliantly Explains How To Read Music
If I asked you what Justin Bieber and Beethoven had in common, I bet you would shudder in disgust, thinking that not even The Piano … Read more
19th Century Cello That Went to War Sells for Over £6,000 at Auction
A historic cello which travelled to war with its owner in South Africa during the 19th century has been sold at an auction house in … Read more