The Moldau – Patriotic and Inspiring
Vltava, better known by its German name, Die Moldau (or The Moldau), is a symphonic poem that is patriotic in every sense of the word. It is one of…
Classical music articles designed to help everyone learn more about the genre. Articles suited for all levels of music knowledge.
9 Interesting Facts About Mendelssohn’s “The Hebrides”
When thinking of nature-inspired classical music, pieces inspired by flowers, rivers, trees, birds, seasons, and beautiful scenery definitely fit the bill. You may think of everything from Vivaldi's The Four…
Impressionism In Music
Impressionism is a term most familiar to fans of late 19th century painters such as Monet, Renoir, Cézanne, and Degas among other notable names. In fact, the term derives…
A Look At Female Classical Music Composers
Depending on the instrument you play or your passion for classical music, you may have heard the works of one or a few female composers. Pianists, for example, may know…
Duke Ellington’s Three Black Kings
Duke Ellington. The name immediately brings to mind jazz. Born Edward Kennedy Ellington, his legacy as an accomplished pianist and bandleader lives on today. But do you know he was…
Denver Area Black History Month 2017 Events
Updated 2/16/2017 African-American heritage is celebrated year-round in the Mile High City, but during Black History Month, it truly comes alive. Below are just some of the various Denver…
Get To Know “The Black Mozart” – Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges
Name: Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. His family name is often misspelled as "Boulogne". He is sometimes referred to as "The Black Mozart" and while that nickname was presumably intended…
Joplin’s Treemonisha – Rediscovered For A New Generation
You may have heard of Scott Joplin and you may associate him with ragtime pieces such as "The Entertainer" and "Maple Leaf Rag", but did you know that he…
William Grant Still: A Man Of Many Firsts
When it comes to classical music, William Grant Still isn't exactly a household name and that's quite unfortunate because his music is truly captivating. I vividly remember the first time…
Helsinki, Finland - courtesy of Fodors
Finlandia: The Secret Protest Piece
Helsinki, Finland - courtesy of Fodors Finlandia, one of Sibelius' most famous compositions, is often referred to as a tone poem. A tone poem is a piece of orchestral music…