Musician Spotlight: John Williams
Our next installment of Musician Spotlight focuses on one of our members who shares a name with a very famous composer - John Williams. John is a member of our…
Favorite Modern Classical Music
Like many people, I love listening to music. I enjoy music from many different genres - alternative, rock, jazz, pop, EDM, hip hop, new wave, instrumental...you name it. And certainly…
Classical Sleigh Ride Alternatives To Leroy Anderson
Leroy Anderson's Sleigh Ride is by far one of the most well-known and frequently played Christmas songs, having been named "most popular" by ASCAP in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and…
8 Cool Facts About Sleigh Ride
Leroy Anderson's Sleigh Ride is a Christmas standard and one that is easily recognizable by its upbeat melody, sleigh bells, clip-clopping, whip sound, and horse whinny. It's been a hit…
Tafelmusik For Your Next Feast
Classical is a popular genre when it comes to dinner music, particularly Thanksgiving dinner, but not all pieces work well in this setting. Put on Verdi's Requiem or Beethoven's 5th…
Musician Spotlight: Cindy Carrier
You may have noticed a new face in the first violin section. We have a new concertmaster, Cindy Carrier. If you read the announcement, you probably already know she is…
12 Favorite Halloween Classical Pieces
Halloween is here! And if you're looking for spooky, creepy, or monstrous music for your playlist, you're in luck. Check out our 12 favorite Halloween classical music pieces below. 1.…
7 Facts About “Battle Hymn of the Republic”
The "Battle Hymn of the Republic" (also known as "Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory") was written in 1861 by Julia Ward Howe, wife of Samuel Howe - a scholar…
What Is Baba Yetu? Meaning, Lyrics, Awards…
Many of the pieces in our upcoming "Salute" concert are probably familiar - certainly "The Star Spangled Banner" and the "Battle Hymn of the Republic". But one that may be…
Top 20 Heart-Wrenching, Moving Classical Pieces
When it comes to beautiful classical music, there's a lot to choose from. From slow and melodic to fast and memorable, there's something out there for everyone. Only a select…