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The Poetic Inspiration Behind Ralph Vaughan Williams’ “The Lark Ascending”
Explore the inspiration behind Ralph Vaughan Williams' The Lark Ascending, a violin piece based on an 1880s British poem. Discover why this music continues to captivate listeners.
Celebrating the Power of Poetry!
This article celebrates National Poetry Month, exploring the magic of poetry set to music. It features works from James Joyce, Octavio Paz, Shakespeare, and more.
A Halloween Poem from Alan Chapman
Celebrate Halloween with a festive poem by Alan Chapman. Dive into the spooky spirit with this unique literary piece.
With Fall Upon Us, Discover the Poetry in Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons”
Explore Vivaldi's Four Seasons concertos, each inspired by a sonnet possibly penned by Vivaldi himself. Discover how each sonnet perfectly fits the music's rhythm.
The Inspiration for Vaughan Williams’s “Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis”
Explore the origins of Ralph Vaughan Williams's Fantasia, inspired by Thomas Tallis's melody from the 1567 psalm settings for Archbishop Parker's Psalter.
Music and Poetry Meet in “Just Like a Woman”
Bay Area pianist Lara Downes launches "Just Like a Woman" project, pairing music from female composers with women authors' words for International Women’s Day.
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Classical California
The Favorite Eats of Classical Composers
Explore the culinary preferences of famous composers like Rossini, Mozart, Hildegard, Chopin, and Satie, and how food influenced their lives and works.
Wendy Carlos: Synth Visionary
Explore the life of Wendy Carlos, a pioneer in electronic music, known for her work with the Moog synthesizer and her groundbreaking album, Switched-On Bach.
Clara Schumann Returns to the Limelight
Explore the life of Clara Schumann, a leading pianist of the Romantic era, who defied norms, balanced family and career, and whose work is gaining recognition.
Women Who Made (Musical) History
Celebrating Women's History Month with a look at influential women in classical music, from Hildegard Von Bingen to Dr. Lucy Jones, who broke barriers and made history.
A Playlist to Honor Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Legacy
This article explores the significant role of music in Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and presents various compositions that honor his legacy and the causes he championed.
