Classical Music

Classical music encompasses a wonderful body of art music that spans from the Medieval Era to the present day. But do not be intimidated! From Hildegard's ecclesiastical chant to Mozart's symphonies and Wagner's epic Ring Cycle to Crumb's Black Angels, classical music is truly for everyone.

In this Classical Music topic, we will discuss its history and introduce ourselves to the fascinating characters that are responsible for creating history's most beloved musical masterworks - including a Medieval nun who mistook migraines for holy visions and a member of Italian Renaissance royalty who committed a double homicide! We will review the recordings essential to your library and examine the greatest works of classical music from the 6th century to today.

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