Music Education
Tracing jazz from its blues roots to the brilliance of bebop, this article explores how the genre evolved through innovation, rhythm, and improvisation to become one of the twentieth century’s greatest musical legacies.
When you sign up for a painting, pottery, or writing class, you probably expect to learn how to mix colors, throw a pot, or structure a compelling sentence. And you will! That's the core of the experience. But what most people don’t realize is that a creative
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Schubert transformed poetry into music, elevating the German Lied to an art form of deep emotional and psychological resonance. His songs unite word and melody in timeless intimacy, where voice and piano speak as equals.
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Jini Dinshaw, founder of the Bombay Chamber Orchestra, shaped generations of Indian string players with her vision, energy, and devotion. Her passing marks the end of an era in India’s Western classical music history.
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Ukrainian organist Dariia Lytvishko discusses her debut NAXOS album Toccatas and Meditations, the enduring allure of the French organ tradition, and how she bridges history, emotion, and innovation to bring the instrument to new audiences worldwide.
Interviews
Aidan Vass and Daniel Lelchuk discuss ‘Cello Sonata’, their cross-country collaboration that channels the natural world’s beauty through music: a lyrical, exploratory work uniting compositional precision with spontaneous emotional dialogue.
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Franz Liszt and Sergei Rachmaninoff redefined piano performance. Blending superhuman technique with emotional depth, they turned concerts into unforgettable experiences and forged the very ideal of the modern virtuoso pianist.
Ronald Perlwitz, Head of Music at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, shares his vision for fostering musical innovation rooted in tradition and shaping cultural exchange through performance, education, and policy.
India-born Danish conductor Maria Badstue reflects on her international career, her passion for cross-cultural collaboration, and her mission to empower the next generation of musicians through education, diplomacy, and meaningful artistic exchange.
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.
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.
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Practising more isn’t always practising better. From skipping warm-ups to ignoring slow work, discover ten common mistakes music students make—and learn how to transform your daily practice into meaningful musical growth.
Naxos Music Group is expanding its presence in India, aiming to enhance classical music’s reach through educational platforms, digital access, and collaborations with local musicians and institutions, fostering growth in the country’s arts sector.
From rhythm section to horn line, every instrument in jazz plays a unique part. This guide explores the piano, bass, drums, trumpet, and saxophone — the voices that shape jazz’s timeless sound and energy.
From vocals to guitars, every sound source demands the right microphone. This guide explains dynamic, condenser, and ribbon mics—helping you choose the perfect tool for clarity, warmth, and precision in your recordings.
Discover ten timeless works that open the door to classical music. From Mozart’s sparkle to Debussy’s moonlit calm, these accessible pieces prove that classical music is not elite—it’s deeply human and beautifully approachable.
Winner of the Leeds and Montréal competitions, pianist Jaeden Izik-Dzurko discusses his NAXOS debut of Soler’s sonatas, his formative influences, and the artistic journeys that continue to shape his rapidly ascending career.
Bellini and Donizetti, the twin pillars of Italian bel canto, transformed opera into an art of lyrical beauty and emotional truth. Their timeless melodies, poetic drama, and expressive voices shaped the golden age of Italian music.
From Renaissance Italy to modern concert halls, discover the violin’s five-century journey through ten fascinating facts—from Stradivari’s genius and Paganini’s devilish flair to the instrument’s global reinvention and timeless allure.
Selected for ABRSM’s 'Writing for Music Education' scheme, Chennai-based composer W. Abner Immanuel Carlos discusses his musical journey, his cross-cultural approach to composition, and how global mentorship is shaping a more inclusive future for music education.
Opera singers have long been admired for their mastery of breath. From appoggio to expressive inhalation, discover seven timeless techniques inspired by great stars that can help every singer achieve control, stamina, and artistry.
Tchaikovsky gave ballet sweeping symphonic beauty, while Stravinsky shattered tradition with rhythm and dissonance. Together they redefined dance music, lifting it from courtly entertainment to radical modern art that continues to inspire choreographers and audiences.
In Vienna’s historic Hofburgkapelle, I attended a stirring Latin Mass featuring Bruckner’s First Mass in D minor, performed by the Vienna Boys’ Choir and elite musicians—a transcendent blend of faith, history, and music.