What Are The Most Basic Elements Of Classical Music?

Have you ever wondered what makes classical music so unique from other genres? It’s about distinguishable elements, as outlined by the Frederick Symphony:

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21 Top Songs Inspired By Classical Music

In 2018, we’re performing an entire concert dedicated to classical music’s impact on rock and roll and pop. Check out some of the most popular songs inspired by the genre.

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A Quick Preview Of The FSO’s Season Composers

If it’s your first time at a classical music concert, allow the Frederick Symphony Orchestra to get you acquainted with this season’s chosen composers before you see our show:

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FSO Musician Spotlight: Lauren Rostek

Montgomery County native Lauren Rostek comes from a musical family. Her mother has a background in voice and piano while her father and grandfather played the accordion.

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Classical Music’s Most Famous Composer Feuds

Make no mistake that the world of classical music composition is competitive and difficult by nature.

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FSO Celebrates Russian Composers With Moscow On The Monocacy

The Frederick Symphony Orchestra (FSO) will perform Moscow On The Monocacy on Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m. in Jack B. Kussmaul Theater at Frederick Community College.

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Musician Spotlight: Rachel Franklin

The Frederick Symphony Orchestra will be playing with accomplished piano soloist Rachel Franklin in the first Masterworks concert of the year, Moscow On The Monocacy, on Oct. 21, 2017, at Jack B. Kussmaul Theater in Frederick Community College (FCC).

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A List Of The Best One-Hit Wonders Of All Time

In honor of National One-Hit Wonder Day this month, the Frederick Symphony Orchestra is counting down the most memorable one-hit wonders of all time. See if you remember a few of these catchy tunes: 

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FSO Symphony Spotlight Concerts Begin With Baroque Celebrations

The Frederick Symphony Orchestra (FSO) is performing Baroque Celebrations, the inaugural Symphony Spotlight concert, on Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m. in Brodbeck Hall at Hood College.

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14 Quotes From Conductors That Will Change How You See Classical Music

The Frederick Symphony Orchestra has drawn inspiration from political leaders, songwriters, actors, poets, philosophers, and journalists. Now, it’s time to hear why classical music is so important from those who help make it happen on stage.

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