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Top 10 Greatest Classical Composers Ever (video)

Top 10 Greatest Classical Composers Ever: A survey was conducted with more or less 115 respondents on whom they think are the greatest classical composers. Listed here at what people think as the top 10 greatest classical composers ever. Some results didn’t come as a surprise, actually. 10. Gustav Mahler, 1860-1911 An Austrian composer and […]

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 […]

An Extraordinary New Musical Experience at Carnegie Hall

Watch the 2013 trailer. Watch now Go Behind the Scenes with Shen Yun’s Musicians Shen Yun has attracted an array of top musicians from around the world. Hear the musicians talk about how Shen Yun has given them not only an avenue for excelling in their art, but also an unforgettable life experience. Watch now […]

You Asked For It, You Got It! First Ever Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra Tours 6 US Cities This Fall

After debuting last October in New York at Carnegie Hall and after their sold-out shows throughout the globe, Shen Yun Performing Arts is back this Fall with their 6-city US tour. The Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra presents the same recognizable sound, but much grander. The symphony orchestra will play both their original Shen Yun production […]

A Full House Concert bursting with applause at Carnegie Hall (Video)

A new orchestra, blends the best of Chinese and Western classical traditions together,  performed a symphony concert at Carnegie Hall last October with a full house and plenty of applause.  You may find out why they made it after watching this video- “Shen Yun Musicians: Our Art, Our Bond, Our Home”: STEVEN LOUIE: You know, […]

Orchestral Positions at Shen Yun

If you are among those aspiring to be part of a renowned orchestra, hitch your wagon to a brightly shining star.  Applications will be considered on a rolling, but first-come-first-served basis. Be ready to tour for five months and to spend seven months at the  company’s campus in New York.   A life changing experience & […]

Shen Yun Principal Dancer Sebastien Chun, Dancing All the Way from Paris

Some artists of the New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts have fascinating life stories. In the case of  Sebastien Chun, who has taken on the roles of emperor, ancient warrior, and even Buddha, the path to a fulfilling career as dancer for Shen Yun Performing Arts was created from a lucky yet welcome development. He […]

Ticket Presale: Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra Concert in LA, Oct. 18-19

Trailer: Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra Pipa – Chinese Lute Erhu – the Chinese Violin The Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra is perhaps the only one of its kind in the world. It’s opening up new horizons in the world of Western classical music. PURCHASE TICKETS Purchase before August 30th and receive: 1. Priority seating 2. A […]

Dogging the Viola: Leading 10 Classical Music Jokes

Jokes worrying classical musicians tickle the funny bones of great deals of folks, not just those in the music market. There are jokes that review the awful-sounding music produced by the inexperienced, regarding violas & & & violists, concerning the pompousness of the conductor like the highly successful and rich Herbert von Karajan, the discordant […]