Joseph Horowitz writes in his book “Classical Music in America: A History” and on his blog all about the topic American symphonies. Here is an excerpt of some of his writings: In a Young People’s Concert, Leonard Bernstein summed up the late 19th century as the “kindergarten period” of American music. Leonard Bernstein also expressed […]
Top classical violinist will judge Miss America 2014
Why is Joshua Bell, one of the world’s most popular classical violin artists, judging Miss America 2014? This is one of today’s most uncanny (and most mind-bothering) news: One of the judges of Miss America 2014, which will be held in Atlantic City on September 15, will include not just a former boy-band member and […]
Performing Arts at the Cleveland Museum of Art
The performing arts have recently gotten stronger emphasis at the Cleveland Museum of Art. It will be interesting to watch classical music concerts and learn from lectures about topics such as rare violins from the experts themselves. Museum curator Massoud Saidpour couldn’t be more excited about the transformation at hand. Music & dance truly deserve attention. […]
Gioachino Rossini– The most underrated of major composers?
Regular readers of Fred Plotkin’s article posts know that he absolutely adores the music and legacy of Gioachino Rossini (1792-1868). He ranks Rossini with Haydn and Berlioz as the most underrated of music’s major composers. Those who are only casually familiar with Rossini through his witticisms, comic operas, and inclination towards food and wine accept […]
What Are the Best Apps for Making Music?
What are the best apps for making music? The answer to this question depends on how much you already know about music-making, and what kind of music you want to create. With some apps, you definitely don’t need to be a graduate of music school; but with other apps you may need to have sheer […]
Toothpick orchestra that took 3 years in the making
A 61-member orchestra ensemble made of 12,500 toothpicks is one for the books. Artistic Canadian illustrator Go Sato showcased his keen eye for detail when he created a model of classical musicians in amazing likeness to personages of the National Arts Centre in Ottawa. Sato said it expresses his love for classical music and all […]
Jamie Barton Wins Prestigious 2013 BBC Cardiff Singer Of The World
Out of thousands of hopefuls, 31-year old Jamie Barton from USA bags the prestigious 2013 BBC Cardiff Singer of the World title along with the prize money of 15,000 pounds. The contest has been known to showcase world-class opera and concert talents and launch their careers internationally. Check out NPR.org website to get […]
The way an orchestra should sound
Here’s a product breakthrough that will thrill symphony orchestra lovers. Award-winning producers Doug Rogers and Nick Phoenix have created an orchestral collection like no other. The EastWest/Quantum Leap Symphonic Orchestra, which comes in four versions named after precious metals, brings flawless Hollywood-style sound right into your living room. The product features a large concert recording which is 5.1 […]
Are New Classical Recordings Dying?
Rants and Raves of a Classical Music Fan: Classical music is now more accessible to the public. Even the most avid collectors must admit that a beautifully recorded Tchaikovsky Sixth Symphony on iTunes is a good thing. It’s hard to find on LP but easy enough to download. Digital Copy Another positive is the fact […]
Chicago Blackhawks Gets A Treat From Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Professional ice hockey team Chicago Blackhawks receives a salute from the prestigious Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) through a performance of the classical version of the Chelsea Dagger goal song. The CSO music director Riccardo Muti even wore a Blackhawks sweater while leading the performance during one of the rehearsals. Watch the CSO Chelsea Dagger classical […]
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