What Makes Maurice Ravel's Boléro So Captivating?

What Makes a Christmas Concerto a Christmas Concerto?

In this Chapman Challenge, Alan explains that a Christmas concerto is a type of concerto grosso from the Baroque period, characterized by a Pastorale movement.

What Made Mozart So Great?

Explore the vast and influential works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a master of classical music. Discover more on our YouTube channel.

Elizabeth Blumenstock on What Makes the Baroque Music Festival Corona Del Mar Different

The 39th Baroque Music Festival Corona Del Mar, led by violinist Elizabeth Blumenstock, offers a unique blend of music, beautiful locations, and community spirit.

Jeremy Irons on What Makes Great Theater

Oscar-winning actor Jeremy Irons stars in Eugene O’Neill’s play, Long Day’s Journey Into Night, at the Wallis Annenberg Center, discussing the importance of audience engagement in theater.

Chapman Challenge: What Is a Rondo?

Explore the rondo, a popular musical form often used in concertos and symphonies, known for its recurring refrain and contrasting sections. Learn how composers play with its structure for listener enjoyment.

Chapman Challenge: What Is a Chaconne?

In this Chapman Challenge, Alan Chapman explains the chaconne, a Baroque musical form built on a repeated series of chords, using Henry Purcell's work as an example.