Namaste Bombay! A Vibrant Musical Tribute to Hindi Cinema
Namaste Bombay – a first-of-its-kind album – from award-winning composer, producer, and performer Kuljit Bhamra sees its highly-anticipated release on...
Remembering Sir Andrew Davis
Sir Andrew Davis, the renowned English conductor, passed away on April 20 following a brief battle with leukemia. He was...
ABRSM Grants Empower Global Grassroots Music Initiatives in 2024
Brass teachers in Africa, young composers in the Caribbean and ‘at risk’ children in Guatemala are to benefit from an ABRSM fund reaching out to grassroots music projects around the world. ABRSM’s Play On sponsorship fund is celebrating its second...
The incredible rise of Ramana Balachandhran from veena prodigy to Carnatic star
Even in a music community where young masters and child prodigies are now the norm, Ramana Balachandhran is a rarity....
300 years of Bach’s St. John Passion
I set aside some time this Good Friday to listen to the complete St. John Passion by Johann Sebastian Bach...
Renato Zanelli: The Great Chilean Opera Singer
Chile, in South America, has produced a handful of operatic singers in the last century, like Sofia del Campo, Carlo Morelli and Ramón Vinay. Among these, stands out the name of Renato Zanelli who enjoyed a fine career in the...
The Sitar’s Journey: Evolution and Innovations in Playing Techniques and Repertoire
The sitar, with its mesmerizing tones and intricate melodies, stands as an icon of Indian classical music. Its journey from...
Choosing Your First Electric Drum Kit: Tips and Considerations
The booming popularity of electric drum kits among music enthusiasts and professionals alike continues to grow. Whether you’re a lifelong...