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Yo-Yo Ma and the Houston SymphonyI have seen Yo-Yo Ma perform twice now with the Houston Symphony. This is a review of the performance by the Houston Symphony and Yo-Yo Ma from May 5, 2009. The program included Wagner, Schumann and Bloch.- The Tucson Symphony Orchestra Ends Its Season with Gliere's Horn Concerto, Pictures at an ExhibitionA review of the final concert of the TSO's 2010-2011 season
Violin Concerti by Khachaturian and Busoni, and Recordings of ThemDiscussion of rarely performed but masterful violin concerti by Aram Khachaturian (1940) and Busoni (1897), and recordings of them
"American Four Seasons": The Second Philip Glass Violin ConcertoReview of the new (12/09) second Philip Glass violin concerto, recorded by Robert McDuffie
Classical Music Trivia Quiz II - How Much More Do You Know About Classical Music?So... you want to test your knowledge of classical music again, do you...? Here are some more classical music trivia questions that I think you'll enjoy...
Sergei Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No. 2, Op. 63 in G MinorAnalysis of Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No. 2, Op. 63 in G Minor and his effort to balance and merge his originality with that of the philosophies of the Soviet Government without corrupting his own creativity.
Your Concerto is Worthless and Unplayable Mr TchaikovskyHostile reactions to new creative ideas are not unusual - they are normal.
Top 10 Songs for Plants and Gardens to Thrive OnThe most effective music to help your plants & gardens thrive, plus grow more abundantly, is Baroque classical music and Indian Sitar. Studies have been conducted where plants reacted favorably with immense growth after these kinds of music was played.- Ravel's Left Handed Piano ConcertoPaul Wittgenstein was a disabled pianist who persevered to request works such as Ravel's Piano Concerto. Ravel, in turn, respected the assignment by composing a complex piece that remains of high caliber in classical music today.
- Classical Music Terms - What Do They Mean?When listening to classical music, it helps to know what type of composition the piece is. This article explains six basic musical definitions.
- How to Listen to a Classical Music ConcertFor those who are new to classical music, it may be difficult to make sense of two hours worth of music. Here are some pointers to guide you through the concert.
- Franz Joseph HaydnHaydn....one of the greatest influences on classical music.
- NuVo Technologies Offers Multiroom EaseNuVo Technologies offers the Grand Concerto, the flagship system from their multiroom audio products.
Schumann's Cello Concerto - SF Classical Performance ReviewA quick overview of a recent Classical concert at the Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco.- Absolute Music Vs. Program MusicThe term "absolute music" causes much debate and confusion in music circles. It is usually discussed in contrast with the term "program music."
- The Famous Mendelssohn Violin Concerto in E MinorA review of the famous violin composition.
Respighi's Fountains of Rome & Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E Minor at the San Diego SymphonyReview of San Diego Symphony's performance of Respighi's Le fontane di Roma, Mendelssohn-Bartholdy's E minor violin concerto and Italian symphony on April 4th at Copley Hall.- Brandenburg Concerto No. 5:This is a critique and review of Johann Sebastian Bach's classic composition, Brandenburg Concerto No. 5.
- Music History RefresherMusic history is a great topic, especially if you were a music major but can't seem to remember those legitimate points.
- German Music and It's Degenerate CounterpartThe term 'Nazi Music' brings certain images to mind, but was there any real difference between the music that conformed to the Reich's expectations and so called 'degenerate' music?
- Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35Composed in a mere 25 days in the spring of 1878 while in Switzerland, Tchaikovsky's brilliant violin concerto remains one of the of the most famous violin concertos among other great masterpieces by Beethoven, Brahms, and Mendelssohn.
Vivaldi - Sounds of SerenitySoothing, relaxing baroque music writen by a master composer.- Ballet Concerto Summer Dance ConcertThe Ballet Concerto will have a summer dance concert at the Trinity Park Theatre in Fort Worth, TX June 21-24.
- A Review of Christopher Schlegel's Piano Concertos 1 and 2Composer Christopher Schlegel has created two piano concertos which provide a panorama of high music's past, present, and future, at its best. G. Stolyarov II reviews these works.
Joshua Bell's Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto (CD)This is currently my favorite Joshua Bell CD that I own, and one of my favorite violin concertos of all time.
Three Cases of America Using Music as Diplomacy to Unite the WorldIn a time when foreign diplomacy through dialogue doesn't seem to be working--these historical examples of music healing wounds between America and an enemy country should inspire you...- Our Love is a MasterpieceA love poem to my husband.
- What is Musical Tempo Language? A Guide to Understanding Italian Tempo Markings in Classical Music PiecesA look at Italian tempo markings in classical music pieces and what they mean.
- Verbal Orchestral ReviewsA concert review
"We're Writing a Concerto, for Chrissake!"A Humorous story of how my father, now semi-retired, continues to surprise the rest of the family with his involvement in creative projects and unlikely friendships. Writer/Therapist daughter comments, "Isn't that what the Golden Years are all about?"
Ma'am and FellowA poem. Rhyme/refrain. A ghost story.
PredilectionThis is a piece about the engrossing overwhelming pursuit of something.
Classic Music for RelaxationSome beautiful, classical musical to soothe your soul and help you relax.
"Victory Stride": Orchestral Music by James P. JohnsonReview of CD "Victory Stride" containing Orchestral Music by James P. Johnson
Gomberg OboeHarold Gomberg was the first oboist of the New York Philharmonic during the Leonard Bernstein era.
Graduation Congratulation ConcertoEnjoy a high school graduation poetry salute for a young woman.
Phillippe Jaroussky: French Sopranist Conter-Tenor Opera Concerto SingerCombing Youtube for different divas who've sung the Rinaldo aria, I happened upon a delightful treat. A male sopranist counter-tenor who sang Lascia Ch'io Pianga like a divine angelic being. His name is Phillippe Jaroussky.- One Man's ThoughtsThe idea is simple, and dangerous. Create a poem out of a series of random thoughts.
Music to Scream Your Guts Out ToSometimes you just have to rage. Here, music that will help fan the flames.
Taking the World by Storm: An Interview with Accordionist, Cory PesaturoCory Pesaturo is a 22-year-old accordion player in Cumberland, Rhode Island, whose interests include F-1 racing, sledding, and meteorology.
