Con Brio 2016 Schedule
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Donald Nally on The Crossing, Contemporary Choral Music, and Their GRAMMY-Winning Album OCHRE
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.
Learning to Play in a Jazz Ensemble: Skills and Etiquette
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.
Album Review: Everest – A Journey of Strength and Resilience
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
The Relationship Between Music and Mathematics
From Pythagorean ratios to Bach’s fugues, discover how mathematics underpins classical music. Explore the hidden algorithms of rhythm, harmony, and structure that unite numbers and notes in a timeless dance of logic and emotion.
