Beethoven FAQs
Who would win the award for "best classical composer" is debatable, but there's no denying that Ludwig van Beethoven would win the "most famous" award (along with Mozart). His name…
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…
Who Is Peter Warlock?
Who is Peter Warlock? The name is probably not familiar to you, even if you are a self-proclaimed classical music buff. The short answer is Peter Warlock is Philip Heseltine.…
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…
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…
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…
Classical Music Composer Friends
Friendship comes in many forms. When it comes to your circle of friends, you may include everything from acquaintances to BFF's. Or you may prefer something more intimate and…
Coffee’s Connections With Classical Music
Coffee and classical music have a lot of obvious similarities. They can be smooth at times, robust at others. There are connoisseurs of each and some of both. You might…