Laying the Foundation: The Essential Role of the Bass Guitar in Music
The Unsung Hero: Importance of the Bass Guitar Looking at the musical canvas, which captivates listeners worldwide, makes one wonder...
How To Tune A 12-String Guitar? (Different Tunings Explained)
Are you fascinated by the shimmery and full sound of a 12-string guitar? Don’t let those extra strings hold you...
Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” at 100
George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue was premiered one hundred years ago, on the snowy afternoon of February 12, 1924, at Aeolian Hall on Manhattan’s West 43rd Street. The 25-year-old composer was at the piano, joined by the dance band of Paul...
ABRSM Launches ‘Start Here’: A New Podcast Journeying Through Music’s Diverse Landscape
Country music aficionado and veteran DJ Bob Harris, bhangra stars Punjabi Hit Squad and classical organist Anna Lapwood will guest...
Red Rocks: A Chronicle of Iconic Performances and Natural Wonders
The June of 1978 marked a rare occurrence. The American rock legend Bruce Springsteen had a reputation for being reluctant...
Maria Caniglia: A Life in Opera’s Limelight
Maria Caniglia was born in Naples on 5th May 1905. It was considered a blessing when Agostino Roche accepted her as his student, since he was responsible for the stellar technique of Ebe Stignani, one of the great mezzo sopranos...
Suzuki, Einstein and India
Suzuki is a household name worldwide for any western music student or teacher. As someone invested in music education, the...
Renowned Conductor Seiji Ozawa Passes Away at 88
Seiji Ozawa, the illustrious Japanese conductor celebrated for his advocacy of modern composers and extensive work with prestigious orchestras worldwide,...