Music Education
Ready to take your music game to the next level? These 10 practical tips will help you sharpen your skills, grow creatively, and better understand the music you love—from theory to tech and collaboration.
Music Technology
Orchestral music is cinematic, emotional, and powerful — and now, accessible. Learn how to compose your first orchestral track from your laptop with the right tools, techniques, and a few beginner-friendly tips that truly work.
Music Education
From ancient Mesopotamian lutes to Torres’s fan-braced masterpieces and Segovia’s concert-hall triumphs, discover how the classical guitar evolved in form, technique and repertoire to become one of the world’s most beloved instruments.
Features
From the Sydney Opera House to the BBC Proms, this global list explores ten of the most iconic classical music destinations where architecture, legacy, and live performance come together in harmony.
Music Education
Discover the harpsichord’s rich history and its central role in early music—from continuo accompaniment to solo brilliance—and how it continues to enchant audiences through historically informed performance today.
Music of India
Blending the soul of ragas with the pulse of global genres, Anirudh Varma Collective’s ‘SABR’ reimagines Indian classical music with emotional depth, collaborative spirit, and a bold, immersive live experience.
Music Technology
Dive into the world of music production with this beginner’s guide to recording and mixing. Learn how to set up your home studio, choose the right gear, and start creating your own tracks with confidence.
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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In Merkinė’s historic embrace, Burmister Academy reshapes classical music education—merging artistry, mentorship, and cultural engagement to empower young string players with the tools to lead, perform, and advocate with depth and purpose.
Once built on the ruins of war, the Barbican Centre redefined how a city could live with and through the arts—melding brutalist architecture, civic imagination, and inclusive programming into a singular cultural powerhouse.
The "Curse of the Ninth" haunts classical music folklore, with great composers seemingly doomed after completing nine symphonies. But is it fate, superstition, or simply the natural arc of creative life?
Discover how vocalography—visualizing vocal sounds—helps children develop accurate intonation through engaging, tech-enhanced singing lessons. Learn how this method blends modern tools with classical techniques to improve pitch, breath control, and confidence.
Mozart’s untimely death in 1791 sparked rumors of Salieri’s deadly envy, but a review of his symptoms, contemporary reports, known medical practices, and modern research reveals no evidence of deliberate poisoning in his final illness.
Ivan Šiller delivers a masterful interpretation of Juraj Beneš’s 'Old Boys Anthology', highlighting ten Slovak composers through expressive, stylistically diverse movements. His nuanced performance bridges homage and innovation, revealing the suite’s rich emotional and historical depth.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.