Con Brio 2017 Schedule | Celebrating 70 years of Indian Independence
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Remembering Henryk Kowalski: A Great Violin Pedagogue and Human Being
A personal remembrance of violin pedagogue Henryk Kowalski, whose 1985 concert in Goa led to an unexpected hotel-room lesson and left a lasting impression on a young violinist seeking guidance and inspiration.
Dancing Queen at 50: The Anatomy of a Perfect Pop Song
Fifty years on, ABBA’s “Dancing Queen” remains one of pop’s most recognisable songs. Beneath its glittering surface lies a masterclass in rhythm, melody, harmony, arrangement and production, revealing why this disco classic continues to captivate audiences.
10 Classical Pieces You Know but Don’t Know by Name
From Beethoven’s Fifth to Pachelbel’s Canon, classical music is everywhere. These ten famous pieces have appeared in films, advertisements, weddings and television so often that you probably know the melodies without knowing their names.
Analysing the Music of Aaron Copland
Aaron Copland transformed American musical identity through spacious harmonies, open intervals, jazz-inflected rhythms and transparent orchestration. From 'Appalachian Spring' to 'Rodeo' and 'Fanfare for the Common Man', his music made simplicity remarkably powerful.