Opinion
Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 encapsulates my intimate journey through love and loss—an immersive experience revealing resilience, vulnerability, and the transformative art of deep listening, inviting us all to embrace complexity and rediscover our inner strength.
Features
Angelina Jolie channels the legendary soprano Maria Callas in Pablo Larraín’s Maria. From operatic training to emotional nuance, the film explores Callas’s final days and legacy with depth, drama, and reverence.
Know Your Composer
Discover how Christoph Willibald Gluck and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart revolutionised opera by integrating dramatic storytelling with musical innovation. Their pioneering reforms reshaped the art form, setting new standards for emotional depth and narrative cohesion in classical opera.
Music Education
For the first time, 15 young musicians from across India will join the SOI Music Academy Orchestra, marking a new chapter in collaborative music education and a celebration of talent, mentorship, and shared performance.
Music Technology
This comprehensive guide explores the intricate world of synthesizers, detailing how oscillators, filters, and modulation shape sound design in modern music production. Discover essential techniques that bridge classical tradition and cutting-edge electronic innovation for creators.
Reviews
Maestro Zubin Mehta conducted the Symphony Orchestra of India in a stirring evening of operatic excerpts from Carmen and La Traviata, showcasing powerful soloists, vibrant choirs, and the orchestra’s nuanced, expressive musicianship.
Know Your Composer
Discover how Beethoven’s dramatic innovation and Schubert’s lyrical sensitivity revolutionised the piano trio. Explore their transformative impact on chamber music, and how their legacy continues to inspire modern musicians in crafting intimate, expressive, powerful dialogues.
Aditi Mangaldas transcends tradition, infusing Kathak with contemporary expression while retaining its essence. A globally celebrated artist, she fearlessly challenges norms, captivating audiences with her unmatched artistry, dynamism, and a vision that redefines Indian dance on the world stage.
Rakesh Chaurasia, a Grammy-winning flautist, balances tradition and innovation in Indian classical music. In this interview, he shares insights on his legacy, collaborations, and the evolving global appreciation for the bansuri.
The Symphony Orchestra of India, led by Zubin Mehta, launched its Spring 2025 Season with a stunning performance featuring Alexander Gadjiev. The program included works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Dvořák, showcasing exceptional artistry and musicianship.
Martyn Brabbins, a celebrated conductor and advocate for British composers, reflects on his journey from studying with Ilya Musin to leading renowned orchestras worldwide, offering a glimpse into his artistry, influences, and future ambitions.
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Learning an instrument in childhood builds cognitive skills, emotional resilience, and social connections, paving the way for academic success and lifelong fulfilment. Discover how musical training nurtures creativity, discipline, and cultural appreciation in every sense.
Preparing for a conservatory audition goes beyond technical mastery. Cultivating a winning mindset through mindfulness, visualisation, and cognitive techniques transforms performance anxiety into focused energy, empowering musicians to confidently embrace challenges and excel on stage.
Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture remains a timeless classic, blending live cannon fire and resonant church bells to create an unforgettable musical spectacle that celebrates Russian history, ingenuity, and triumph. Discover its rich legacy and innovative artistry.
Unlock the secrets of professional acoustic guitar recording with expert mic placement, gear tips, and post-processing techniques. Learn to balance technical precision with creative experimentation to capture an authentic, emotion-filled sound that resonates every time.
Heitor Villa-Lobos revolutionized classical music by blending Brazilian folk and indigenous traditions with Western forms. His compositions reflect a dynamic synthesis of cultural influences, redefining national identity and challenging conventional boundaries between classical and vernacular music.
The digital age has revolutionised music theory education, offering unprecedented tools to engage students, personalise learning, and bridge theory with practice. However, balancing technology with traditional methods is key to preserving pedagogical depth.
Beethoven’s late string quartets stand as some of the most profound and revolutionary works in classical music. This article explores their depth, complexity, and emotional intensity, revealing how they redefined the string quartet genre and continue to inspire musicians today.
Miles Davis revolutionised jazz through fearless innovation, from bebop to fusion. This deep dive explores his groundbreaking albums, ever-evolving sound, and lasting influence, cementing his legacy as a true architect of modern jazz.
Martin Engstroem and Michael Fuller discuss the evolution of the Verbier Festival Chamber Orchestra, its role in shaping musical excellence, and the significance of its upcoming Mumbai debut featuring Nicolas Altstaedt and a diverse, dynamic programme.
In this interview, Donald Nally discusses The Crossing’s fearless approach to contemporary choral music, their GRAMMY-winning album ‘OCHRE’, and how the ensemble collaborates with composers and artists to create music that challenges, inspires, and resonates globally.
Playing in a jazz ensemble requires active listening, improvisation, and respect for ensemble roles. Mastering interaction, dynamics, and etiquette enhances both individual expression and group cohesion, creating a seamless, engaging musical conversation that defines the essence of jazz.
With Everest, Czech composer Borrtex delivers a deeply evocative orchestral album that captures the spirit of human endurance and triumph. Inspired by the real-life expedition of Lenka Poláčková and Honza Poláček, who summited Mount Everest in May 2024, the album presents an immersive, cinematic experience that blends modern classical sensibilities
