Music Telling Stories
Music is full of stories! Whether they're told through lyrics or simply conveyed through the sound of the music itself, stories are an...
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Chris Anderson
Apr 30, 20232 min read
Rachmaninoff’s Prelude In C-Sharp Minor
On April 21st I wrote about Rachmaninoff’s fear of being buried alive. In that blog I described how it was likely to have come about but...
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Chris Anderson
Apr 27, 20232 min read
Classical Concert Etiquette
Attending a classical concert, whether it's an orchestral performance, a chamber music recital, or a solo piano concert, often requires a...
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Chris Anderson
Apr 24, 20232 min read
A Brief History Of The Violin
The history of the violin, one of the most iconic and beloved musical instruments, spans several centuries and continents. The origins of...
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Chris Anderson
Apr 21, 20232 min read
Rachmaninoff's Fear
Sergei Rachmaninoff, this month’s composer, is known to have had a fear of being buried alive, also known as taphophobia or taphephobia....
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Chris Anderson
Apr 18, 20232 min read
What Influence Has Music Caused to World’s Cultural Events
Music has had a significant influence on the world's cultural events throughout history. It has played a crucial role in shaping...
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Chris Anderson
Apr 15, 20233 min read
Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2
I was thrilled when the Classic FM Hall Of Fame announced this years most popular piece, especially as it’s by this month’s composer! ...
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Chris Anderson
Apr 12, 20233 min read
A Brief History Of The Piano
Despite the development of new technologies, the acoustic piano remains the instrument of choice for many musicians and composers. Its...
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Chris Anderson
Apr 9, 20232 min read
Life In Rachmaninoff's Time
Sergei Rachmaninoff lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a time of significant change and upheaval in the world. Here are...
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Chris Anderson
Apr 6, 20235 min read
The Effect Of Music On The Human Mind
For as long as there's been human life, there's been music in one form or another, but as time has gone on it's become more developed,...
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Chris Anderson
Apr 3, 20232 min read
Composer Of The Month - Sergei Rachmaninoff
This month's composer is a Russian Composer known for his giant hands! He wrote piano music, film music, and orchestral works. He was a...
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Chris Anderson
Mar 31, 20234 min read
Music In Nature
Music In Nature Music has been an integral part of human culture for thousands of years, but the relationship between music and nature...
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Chris Anderson
Mar 28, 20234 min read
How Are Poetry And Music Related
Poetry and music have a long history of close association and interaction. From ancient times, poets have been inspired by music, and...
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Chris Anderson
Mar 25, 20233 min read
Synesthesia: How Is Music Related To Visuals?
Synesthesia is a neurological condition in which stimulation of one sensory or cognitive pathway leads to automatic, involuntary...
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Chris Anderson
Mar 22, 20233 min read
Vivaldi's Top Five
For our last blog about our composer of the month (Vivaldi) we take a look at the top five pieces by the great composer. The Four Seasons...
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Chris Anderson
Mar 19, 20233 min read
Top Female Conductors
It cannot be denied that many of the famous conductors are male. However, there are many talented female conductors who have made a name...
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Chris Anderson
Mar 16, 20233 min read
The Role Of Women In Music Production
It may seem strange writing about music production on an orchestra website, but for me, music production is a vital part of music. In...
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Chris Anderson
Mar 13, 20233 min read
Top Ten Women In Classical Music
There have been countless women who have made significant contributions to classical music throughout history. It's difficult to narrow...
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Chris Anderson
Mar 10, 20232 min read
Life In Vivaldi's Time
Antonio Vivaldi lived during the Baroque era, which spanned from the early 17th century to the mid-18th century. Vivaldi was born in...
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Chris Anderson
Mar 7, 20233 min read
How Music Connects People
Music is a universal language that has the power to connect people from all walks of life, across cultures, and even across time. It can...
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