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Will Orchestra Members Enjoy New Symphonies?

The world of music is in a state of constant creation. There is no question about whether or not new music is being made in the genre of symphony orchestra. There are people who are working on their first pieces as this article is being read – it’s just the way the world of music […]

Infinite Interest in Beethoven’s 5th Symphony (Guide)

*Beethoven’s 5th Symphony* is the most influential symphonic creation of all time. Tom Service points out that the 5th Symphony is so familiar today that we fail to even hear the notes properly. We should never lose sight of what symphony’s real purpose is.

The Five Greatest Classical Compositions Ever

Classical music has had a lot of hits throughout the centuries, and unlike the hits of today, their music is still recognized throughout the world today. Though there are many compositions that could be called masterpieces, these five have managed to earn the universal acclaim of just about every critic in history. 1. Symphony No. […]

Why Music Affects Human Moods And Emotions

Why does music feel so good and who does it have the power to change a person’s moods? That is what neuroscientist Valorie Salimpoor and colleagues are trying to find out.   Study reveals that by listening to classical music, certain areas of the brain show patterns of synchronized activity.  Certain neural connections in the […]

Get Your Great Seats Now for Shen Yun 2014 at Popejoy Hall, Albuquerque, NM

Experience a performance that will touch your soul. Shen Yun 2014 – Albuquerque, NM Wednesday, Mar 26 7:30pm Thursday, Mar 27 7:30pm at Popejoy Hall, Albuquerque, NM Millions have actually seen Shen Yun. Standing ovations at sold-out theaters all over the world have actually made it an international experience. Classical Chinese Dance From battlegrounds to […]

10 Favorite Classical Albums of 2013 NPR Music Choice

NPR Music lists 10 of the best classical albums of 2013: Evensong, Winter Morning Walks,Beethoven Violin Sonatas, Sibelius Symphonies 1 & 4…

I Felt I Was in Heaven Standing Ovation for Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra at Houston and Dallas, Texas

After tremendous success in Washington, Boston, and New York, the Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra’s two-day drive to Texas was rewarded with long standing ovations in Houston and Dallas.

What Could the Radio City Christmas Spectacular Do for Today’s Opera?

Fred Plotkin, contributor to 105.9 FM WQXR is a writer, consultant, speaker, and a compelling teacher. He is one of America’s lead experts on opera and he shares some of his splendid and thought-revealing experiences watching Radio City Music Hall’s Christmas Spectacular last December 9. He came with friend ‘Kathy’, an exemplary board member of […]

First Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra Tour – Success Story

Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra went on board its first ever concert tour in the USA. The concert tour began at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall in Washington DC, and culminated in San Francisco at the Davies Symphony Hall.

Is there a double standard for “woman conductors”?

Is there a double standard for “woman conductors? The answer, as conductor Xian Zhang can personally attest to, is yes. Xian Zhang is a musical director for one of Italy’s leading orchestras. She recently marked her debut performance as conductor of Le nozze di figaro by the Merola Opera Program in San Francisco. Not only […]