Romantic Deceptions and Humorous Metamorphoses: Unveiling the Charms of Donizetti’s Don Pasquale
Don Pasquale is a comic opera in three acts by Gaetano Donizetti which premiered in Paris in 1843 and had...
The ‘Glass Onion’ layers in Bach’s Little Fugue
I thoroughly enjoyed ‘Knives Out’, the 2019 American mystery film written and directed by Rian Johnson, and I wrote a...
Shostakovich’s First Cello Concerto: Sardonic and Defiant
In his later years, the cellist, Mstislav Rostropovich, recalled a conversation that he had with Nina Vasilyevna, the wife of Dmitri Shostakovich. Rostropovich wondered what he could do to encourage Shostakovich to write a concerto for the cello. “Slava,” she...
The Imprimatur
Zane Dalal shares personal reflections on the repertoire and his 46-year association with Zubin Mehta, ahead of the Maestro’s eagerly...
Resilience and Renewal: The Jacksons Lane Arts Centre
In January 2020, the gorgeous façade of Jacksons Lane Art Centre was faced with a completely overturned reality on the...
Unleashing Your Creativity: Overcoming Writer’s Block in Music Composition
Music composition is an art form that allows individuals to express their deepest emotions, tell stories, and connect with others on a profound level. Just like any creative pursuit, it offers a unique sense of fulfilment and accomplishment. Musicians embark...
Bowing Brilliance: A Violinist’s Guide to Mastering Musical Expression
The violin, with its soul-stirring melodies and captivating sound, has enthralled music enthusiasts for centuries. Behind this beautiful instrument lies...
Crafting The Perfect Audio Environment For Music Lovers
Are you a fan of classical music struggling to create the perfect audio environment at home? Studies show this genre...
