Saint-Saëns: Danse Macabre
As tomorrow is Halloween I thought I’d finish our composer of the month with one of his most famous pieces. "Danse Macabre" is a famous...
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Chris Anderson
Oct 27, 20232 min read
A Brief History Of The Organ
The history of the organ spans over two millennia. Organs are some of the most complex and impressive musical instruments ever created,...
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Chris Anderson
Oct 24, 20232 min read
Saint-Saëns The Organ Symphony
The Symphony No. 3 in C minor, Op. 78, by Camille Saint-Saëns, often referred to as the "Organ Symphony," is renowned for its inclusion...
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Chris Anderson
Oct 21, 20232 min read
The Importance Of Classical Music Today
I believe that new should all try to develop a general respect for music. Whilst we all have our favourite genres I think it is...
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Chris Anderson
Oct 18, 20232 min read
Life In Saint-Saëns Time
Camille Saint-Saëns, the renowned French composer, lived during the 19th and early 20th centuries. His lifespan spanned from 1835 to...
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Chris Anderson
Oct 15, 20232 min read
How Does A Musical Instrument’s Origin Influence Its Development?
A musical instrument's origin has a significant influence on its development and evolution over time. The cultural, geographical, and...
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Chris Anderson
Oct 12, 20232 min read
Music Therapy
Music can be very therapeutic, but did you know there was a thing called music therapy? Music therapy is a therapeutic approach that...
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Chris Anderson
Oct 9, 20232 min read
Carnival Of The Animals
Our composer of the month is Camille Saint-Saëns and today we look at one of his most popular works - The Carnival Of The Animals. It is...
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Chris Anderson
Oct 6, 20232 min read
A Brief History Of The French Horn
The history of the French horn is a fascinating journey that spans centuries, evolving from its humble beginnings into the complex and...
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Chris Anderson
Oct 3, 20232 min read
Composer Of The Month - Camille Saint-Saens
A new month, a new featured composer. Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921) was a French composer, pianist, and conductor known for his...
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Chris Anderson
Sep 30, 20232 min read
Music In Video Games
Music plays a crucial role in video games, enhancing the overall gaming experience by contributing to the atmosphere, emotion, and...
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Chris Anderson
Sep 27, 20232 min read
A Brief History Of The Trombone
The trombone is a brass instrument with a long and fascinating history that dates back several centuries. 1. Origins: The exact origins...
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Chris Anderson
Sep 24, 20232 min read
Tintinnabuli Style
The Tintinnabuli style is a compositional technique created by Estonian composer Arvo Pärt (our composer of the month) in the 1970s. This...
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Chris Anderson
Sep 21, 20235 min read
Composers For Cartoons
I love my cartoons and animations. I’m a big kid at heart, but not just that - I appreciate and respect the hard work and length of time...
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Chris Anderson
Sep 18, 20232 min read
Music In Cartoons
Music plays a significant role in cartoons and animated shows. It helps set the tone, convey emotions, and enhance the overall viewing...
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Chris Anderson
Sep 15, 20232 min read
Classical Music & Plants
The idea that exposing plants to classical music or any specific type of music can make them grow faster is a popular but controversial...
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Chris Anderson
Sep 12, 20232 min read
Spiegel Im Spiegel
Today we look at one of the most celebrated works by our composer of the month, Arvo Pärt. "Spiegel im Spiegel" is a minimalist and...
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Chris Anderson
Sep 9, 20232 min read
A Brief History Of The Bassoon
The bassoon is a unique and distinctive woodwind instrument with a long and fascinating history. Early Origins: The bassoon has its roots...
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Chris Anderson
Sep 6, 20232 min read
The Music Of Estonia
Our composer of the month, Arvo Part, is from Estonia so I thought it might be quite interesting to look at some of the music that comes...
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Chris Anderson
Sep 3, 20232 min read
Composer Of The Month - Arvo Pärt
Arvo Pärt is an Estonian composer widely known for his distinctive style of music, often characterised as minimalist, meditative, and...
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