Accelerando to Vivace: Defining the Direction and Speed of Music
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.
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A Brief History of Broadway and Classical Music
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 […]
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The True Stories Behind 8 Beautiful Compositions
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. […]
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The ABC’s of Classical Music
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 […]
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Answering Google’s Craziest Classical Music Questions
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 […]
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The Rise of Music Therapy (And Why You Should Pay Attention)
According to the American Music Therapy Association, founded in 1998, music therapy is “the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship.” However, with the growing popularity of this form of therapy, it’s […]
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21 Movies That Are Better Because of Classical Music
It’s no secret that classical music sneaks its way into more than just concert halls and piano recitals. In fact, we’re willing to bet that there are a few hidden gems in your favorite films. Here’s a few of our […]
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3 Youth Musicians Chosen to Play Alongside FSO
Patrick Lee, Jacqueline Chen, and Jeb Hamel have been selected to play Hebrides Overture (Fingal’s Cave) alongside the Frederick Symphony Orchestra on April 30 in Jack B. Kussmaul Theater.
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6 Reasons Why Phone Apps Matter in Music
By combining traditional music methodologies with the latest digital technology, today’s young musicians have the best of both worlds. While learning how to play an musical instrument, kids have an opportunity presented to them unlike any other from previous generations.
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