To continue our educational promgramming, The Frederick Symphony Orchestra is pleased to invite students recommended by the Frederick Regional Youth Orchestra music director to perform alongside our musicians during a concert on April 30, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. in Jack […]

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Today’s popular music is strikingly different than the frequently played music of the past. In fact, we’ve come a long way since the golden age of classical music, which was during the 17th through 20th centuries. However, do you ever […]

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Because classical music isn’t a mainstream genre, it doesn’t get a lot of time on the radio. However, many people can hum certain compositions thanks to Hollywood movies, primetime television shows, Broadway, catchy advertisements, and other forms of media.

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St. Patrick’s Day celebrations commence tomorrow. People around the world will be indulging in corned beef and cabbage, wearing shamrock-shaped glasses and drinking a waterfall of Guinness.

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Though classical music is a more serious genre when it comes to its composition and performance, it’s not all work and no play. There are a handful of fun facts and wild statistics about classical music that many people wouldn’t […]

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The Frederick Symphony Orchestra is teaming up with Frederick County Public Libraries for fun, free events throughout the next few weeks. These mini concerts are open to all ages, but are geared toward children ages 2 to 6.

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Since 2008, funding has been cut in more than 80 percent of United States school districts. Unfortunately, many of the first programs to go are often art, foreign language and music. When people defend keeping music classes in schools, most […]

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In 1745, German settlers founded the city of Frederick, Maryland. The city’s close proximity to the Civil War battlegrounds of Monocacy, Antietam, and Gettysburg (the bloodiest battle of them all) makes this town rich in history. The city of Frederick […]

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Did you know that there’s a science called zoomusicology?

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You’ve probably heard people say that listening to Mozart makes you smarter. Truth is that this claim, called the “Mozart effect,” is not supported by scientific evidence. Having your baby listen to Beethoven will not increase their IQ just as […]

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