Remembering Maurizio Pollini: A Tribute to a Legendary Pianist
Maurizio Pollini, a name synonymous with brilliance and innovation in the realm of classical music, left an indelible mark on...
Empowering Musical Futures: Lucy French and the Chennai Youth Sinfonietta
Lucy French, a versatile cellist from Leamington Spa, UK, embodies a harmonious blend of artistic brilliance and educational passion. Since...
Frances Alda: A Journey from Antipodean Beginnings to Metropolitan Opera Stardom
Frances Alda was born as Fanny Jane Davis on 31st May 1879 in Christchurch, New Zealand. It was her famous teacher Mathilde Marchesi who evolved “Alda” as the soprano’s last name. Her mother, Leonora Simonsen, was a professional singer. As...
ABRSM launches first ever drum kit syllabus
ABRSM is launching its first ever drum kit syllabus. Showcasing an unprecedented breadth of musical styles, the landmark syllabus offers...
Scriabin’s Fantasie in B Minor: A Dramatic Tour de Force
The story, recounted by the Russian musicologist, Leonid Sabaneyev, is so incredible that it may have been apocryphal. One day,...
Amplify Your Sound: Essential Tips for Newcomer Music Promotion
In today’s oversaturated music landscape, it is an immense challenge for new artists to get their music heard amongst the millions of other songs produced and uploaded daily. The traditional avenues for promotion and musical discovery that existed a decade...
A Comprehensive Guide to Essential Classical Guitar Repertoire
The classical guitar, with its intimate sound and rich timbre, boasts a repertoire as diverse and storied as any other...
Plácido Domingo’s Operalia Comes to Mumbai
As the NCPA prepares for the grand welcome of the 31st edition of Operalia and the celebrated tenor himself, ON...