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.
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.
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.
Know Your Composer
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.
Travel Diaries
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.
Interviews
International pianist and pedagogue Penelope Roskell discusses her ‘Essential Piano Technique’ series, offering insights on injury prevention, artistry, and nurturing confident young pianists through imaginative teaching methods that blend technique and musicality from the start.
Music of India
Shrutis, or microtones, are the subtle pitch variations that form the backbone of Indian classical music. Understanding them reveals the emotional depth and complexity of ragas, from historical roots to modern performance.
Features
Freddie Mercury’s iconic 'Bohemian Rhapsody' was performed at the 2025 BBC Proms, celebrating its 50th anniversary in an orchestral-choral arrangement that showcased the song’s operatic roots and genre-defying brilliance.
Music Education
Explore how rhythm gives jazz its heartbeat—from the syncopation and swing that define its groove to the feel that makes each performance unique and alive. Discover why jazz rhythm is unlike any other.
Know Your Composer
Beethoven’s music continues to inspire and challenge listeners centuries later. From the heroic “Eroica” to the transcendent Ninth Symphony, his greatest works reveal the struggles, passions, and triumphs that shaped one of history’s most enduring composers.
Reviews
The Piano in the Forest is a compelling anime series that blends classical music with a touching story of a disadvantaged child’s rise to greatness. Through a Chopin competition, it explores themes of talent, rivalry, and passion.
Interviews
Chennai-born percussionist Rahul Vanamali introduces Indian audiences to the marimba and vibraphone, reflects on his international journey, and shares how he is shaping a new percussion community through premieres, collaborations, and his groundbreaking solo concert.
Music Education
Strong vocal performances start long before stepping on stage. Singers who want consistent tone, control, and stamina know that a proper warm-up routine is essential. The top vocal warm-up exercises every singer should know prepare the voice for safe, flexible, and confident singing. These exercises do more than loosen the
Music Education
Discover seven calming classical masterpieces that can instantly ease your stress. From Debussy to Pärt, these serene compositions offer a peaceful escape and mindful listening experience for moments of quiet and reflection.
Features
Billy Joel’s “Vienna” blends classical inspiration with life lessons. This feature explores the song’s roots, Vienna’s rich musical history, and how the city helped Joel—and the author—find deeper meaning in slowing down.