CLASSICAL

Approaching this article from a slightly obscure angle, I have to mention that I love the word ‘bluegrass’. Of all the extraordinary genres of music … Read more

To many people, the mere mention of the word Ragtime prompts the name, Scott Joplin. This is because he is perhaps the most celebrated composer, … Read more

Chamber music refers to a more intimate musical setting that that of grander orchestral or operatic music. When listening to chamber music, we are likely … Read more

The term ‘absolute music’ is thought to have been first used by composer Richard Wagner concerning Beethoven’s 9th Symphony. Music can be considered to be … Read more

This title is one that has concerned many books written by eminent academics over many decades and one we can address only in scant detail … Read more

With the hundreds of years that are now between us and the world of Mozart and Beethoven, it becomes difficult to understand how their lives … Read more

Unless you have had the inclination or opportunity to study theoretical music, then the terms in the title may not be entirely clear. Both terms … Read more

Mozart Vs Salieri It is probably important to highlight the fact that had it not been for the award-winning play and subsequent film, by Peter … Read more

The mechanics of singing is the source of much debate and controversy. Many singers will tell you that it is a skill you’re born with, … Read more

Classical music covers a very broad span of music from the Medieval to the present day. Each era of music has its unique characteristics and … Read more

Without a doubt, the music of Mozart has a universal appeal that has endured for centuries. His reputation as a child prodigy, a virtuoso performer … Read more

There are and continue to be many pieces of music that do not ask the singer to sing words at all. Instead, performers may be … Read more

Essentially, there are two different types of software programs in common use amongst composers today. These are ones designed to produce professional-looking scores, the same … Read more

There are many different kinds of music that are composed of a wide variety of forms and structures. Music that is often associated with a … Read more