THE FREDERICK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA BLOG

When it comes to music, it’s the best of the West versus the beast of the East. There’s no doubt that both coasts come with their talents, but which region rules the stage? The Census Bureau considers Alaska, Arizona, California, […]

Music isn’t all about reading pages of notes and mastering classic techniques. It’s about projecting emotion through harmony, evoking and conveying passion through a composition. It’s about telling a story and inspiring the audience.

To celebrate Father’s Day, the Frederick Symphony Orchestra is taking a look at some of the most famous father figures that helped shape the greatest classical composers of all time:

The Frederick Symphony Orchestra is excited to perform our Frederick Camerata Summer Concert Series, beginning July 2016.

Classical music has taken hold of many mediums, including movies, the Internet, and radio. However, one of the biggest proponents is Broadway. Samples of classical compositions by Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin, and Edvard Grieg are sprinkled with the modern take […]

Everyone knows about the classical greats. From Beethoven and Bach to Chopin and Tchaikovsky, these men have made their mark in our history books. Now it’s time for someone else to shine – or a select few for that matter. […]

It seems as how every book stems from an idea, every song stems from an inspiration. Whether it’s the composer’s surroundings or his or her personal experiences, the inspirations and stories behind their greatest pieces of work are forever fascinating. […]

In today’s society, celebrities have more status, fame, and fortune than ever. From actors and musicians to social media stars and athletes, practically anyone can become famous, thanks to the Internet. However, the secret to remaining a relevant celebrity is […]

Not to be confused with The ABCs of String Orchestra by Janice Tucker Rhoda, our ABCs detail all of the wonderful qualities that make up classical music. From musical instruments to composers, here’s an alphabetized list of our favorite assets […]

Search engines are wonderful tools. They connect people across oceans and give us a platform to ask the silliest questions without judgment. The best part is that other people are asking those same amusing questions, and we’re here to answer […]