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Ethel Smyth (1858-1944) was determined to devote her life to music and thus she studied at the Leipzig Conservatory. There she met Dvořák, Grieg and Tchaikovsky, and later through her private teacher Heinrich von Herzogenberg, became acquainted with Clara Schumann and Johannes Brahms. Tchaikovsky wrote in his memoirs, “Miss Smyth
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Six emerging composers from diverse backgrounds have been selected to join ABRSM’s landmark mentoring scheme after the resounding success of a pilot programme last year. The six-month Writing for Music Education programme aims to demystify the process of writing for music education, encouraging composers from a broad range of
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“The most precious thing a festival can achieve is to enable people to come together and essential artistic encounters to happen – that has been the Salzburg Festival’s goal since its very beginning. More than one hundred years ago, when artists thought up this Festival, Europe lay in ruins. And
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Franz Joseph Haydn’s 1798 oratorio, The Creation, begins with a shocking musical depiction of chaos which, at times, seems to anticipate the chromaticism of Wagner. This famously progressive harmony sets the stage for a masterful dramatization of the creation of the world, as outlined in the Book of Genesis.
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Ahead of the Autumn 2022 Season of the Symphony Orchestra of India which features three widely regarded adaptations of the classic, a look at the historical context in which they were written, the norms they challenged and what emerged from the synthesis of Shakespeare with music. The global reputation and
If you’re one of the beginner guitar players out there, the G major chord is one of the first chords beginner guitarists play. It’s easy to do, and you only need three fingers. A simple open chord shape may be used to play five of the seven notes
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Vítězslava Kaprálová (1915-1940) was one of the most impressive and exciting musical voices at the beginning of the 20th century. She wrote her first compositions for piano solo at the age of nine, and graduated from Brno Conservatory with a piano concerto, which she conducted herself. She was able to
Interviews
From its inception in 2006 to the grand Autumn 2022 Season and many milestones in between, the Symphony Orchestra of India has had a remarkable journey. We speak to violin virtuoso, SOI co-founder and Music Director Marat Bisengaliev about his vision, the orchestra’s educational initiatives and upcoming concerts. ON
One of the most rewarding things you can do is learn a new musical instrument. Not only does it provide you with a great sense of accomplishment, but it also allows you to express yourself in a whole new way. However, learning a new musical instrument can also be quite
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The Coimbatore Chamber Chorale (CCC) was established under the baton of artistic director and conductor Faith Ragland in 2011. Under the eminent leadership of Faith, this dedicated 50-voice choir has relentlessly pursued excellence in the artistry of Western classical music. The ensemble’s repertory extends from early Baroque to modern
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The Autumn 2022 Season of the Symphony Orchestra of India is grand in its scope, with a stellar line-up and a programme worthy of a return to the stage. For more than one reason, the forthcoming Symphony Orchestra of India season in September 2022 is so very welcome. Firstly, the
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A four-part series of reflections on the pleasures and paradoxes of learning to sing or play an instrument. For parents, musicians, and would-be musicians of all ages. We have seen that learning to sing or play an instrument involves a lot of very worthwhile work. Understanding notation, controlling the physicality