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Sharing the Love of Music with Children

"Explore the Baltimore Symphony's OrchKids program, founded by Marin Alsop, aiming to diversify concert halls and inspire young musicians."

The Soldier’s Life in Music

Chanticleer presents 'Heart of a Soldier', a program featuring works about soldiering experiences. It includes Mason Bates' 'Drum-Taps' and an arrangement of 'Where Have All the Flowers Gone'.

Composers in the Movies

Explore how films like Amadeus, The Great Waltz, A Song to Remember, and Copying Beethoven depict the lives and works of famous composers, often prioritizing drama over historical accuracy.

In Praise of the Violin

This article traces the history of the violin from its 16th-century Italian origins, through its evolution in playing techniques, to its role in classical music. It also explores its unique construction.

Cocktails with the Coloratura?

San Francisco Opera tests a new policy allowing drinks in the hall, using compostable cups. This move, common in England, sparks debate on opera etiquette and culture.

Birds in the Orchestra

Explore how composers like Beethoven, Handel, and Respighi have imitated bird songs in their works, from the cuckoo's call to the nightingale's song.