Music Education
The oboe’s distinct tone, rich in overtones and piercing clarity, makes it the ideal instrument for tuning orchestras. Its A serves as both a practical pitch anchor and a symbolic call to musical unity.
Music Education
Baroque composers like Bach, Handel, and Corelli transformed Christmas music into timeless masterpieces. Discover how their intricate harmonies and bold storytelling defined a festive season rooted in faith and grandeur.
Music of India
The Citi NCPA Aadi Anant festival celebrates the guru-shishya tradition with a Sarod Quintet concert featuring Amjad Ali Khan, his sons, and grandsons—a legacy of Indian classical music spanning three generations.
Know Your Composer
Beethoven’s 'Immortal Beloved' remains one of classical music’s greatest mysteries. His heartfelt letter, filled with longing and passion, sparks endless speculation about the identity of the woman who captivated the composer’s heart and soul.
Interviews
Classical pianist Olga Kern, a Russia-born American virtuoso, shares her rich musical lineage, the joy of performing, and her upcoming Rachmaninoff-dedicated programme at the NCPA in this exclusive ON Stage interview.
Music Education
Ballet and opera share a deep-rooted synergy, blending music, movement, and drama to elevate storytelling. From historical collaborations to contemporary innovations, their partnership offers audiences a layered, immersive experience that transcends individual art forms.
Know Your Composer
Tchaikovsky’s passion and Brahms’s restraint reveal contrasting Romantic ideals. Their respectful tension highlights 19th-century music’s diversity, where opposing styles coexisted, each enriching classical tradition through unique approaches to emotional and structural expression.
Music Education
Widely known for its iconic “Hallelujah Chorus,” Handel’s Messiah is a masterpiece of oratorio storytelling. Discover its intricate structure, lesser-known gems, and why it remains a cornerstone of Christmas celebrations worldwide.
Music Education
Discover the vibrant world of jazz through improvisation, swing rhythms, and complex harmonies. This guide helps classical musicians navigate jazz theory, bridging traditions to unlock creativity and broaden their musical artistry in both genres.
Music Education
Choosing your first piano can be daunting. This guide simplifies the process, comparing acoustic and digital options, key features, and essential tips to help beginners find the perfect instrument to start their musical journey.
News
Led by Tim Palmer, Trinity Laban’s International Academies empower young Indian musicians through masterclasses, mentorship, and teacher development, creating pathways to global music careers and bridging Western conservatoire training with India’s vibrant music scene.
Features
As the Olga & Jules Craen Foundation (OJCF) celebrates the tenth anniversary of its Young Musician of the Year (YMOY) award, it’s a moment to honour the exceptional talent, perseverance, and passion of young musicians across India. Established in memory of two visionary musicians, Olga & Jules Craen, the
