Articles related to "Beethoven"



Beethoven's Tenth Symphony?
Did Beethoven's symphonic writing end with his glorious Ninth? An interesting look into the possibility of a unknown Tenth Symphony.
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Ludwig van Beethoven's Romances
A look at the amorous life of Ludwig van Beethoven, and the ladies he apparently wooed.
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Music History Part Two
Are you interested in presenting Beethoven's Ninth Symphony to your class? If so, then this site should be of great help to you. One might not think to look for an excellent classical music resource under the title of Miguel and Lynne's Homepage, but believe me, it's a great resource! Right away, I'll point you to the music section of their site. This is a nice place to begin your research on various styles of music and to gather information on various Romantic composers.
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Sidetracked by Beethoven on an Early Spring Day
Sometimes getting sidetracked is the best thing that can happen to a poet.
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Beethoven Academie on eBay
Last week, in order to overcome a lack of financial backing, an orchestra tried to sell itself on eBay. But eBay said no.
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Beethoven Opera Fidelio
Fidelio, the only opera by German composer Ludwig van Beethoven: opera plot summary/synopsis, character description, and other Beethoven opera information.
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Why Study Music History?
An introductory article on the importance of music history and its relevance to us in today's world.
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Buy the Right Classical Recording
Does it really make a difference which recording of a classical work a listener purchases? Knowing the conductor and orchestra variation can make all the difference.
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Baby Einstein: Music Box Orchestra
A review of The Music Box Orchestra, one of many CDs in the Baby Einstein collection.
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Non-Traditional Wedding Music
Lists of good Wedding Music already circulate the internet. But what if you want to find something more unique than Pachelbel's "Canon in D"?
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What is Chamber Music
Chamber music and other solo or small ensemble music in various forms has been around since the dawn of man. This article gives a brief explanation of what it is.
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Cool, Classical Composers
Composer studies can sometimes be quite a boring topic for youngsters but Kathleen Krull has written a fascinating book entitled, Lives of the Musicians, Good Times, Bad Times (And What the Neighbors Thought). From this book, I will share with you a few excerpts that are sure to create some enthusiasm for learning more about these great composers.
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Travel to Bonn
Bonn is one of the most flourishing centres of culture and cafe society in Germany. This tells you what to see, where to eat and what not to miss.Essential travel info.
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Mind Over Matter - A Review
A good physics book for the general reader should make the topic accessible and be entertaining as well. K.C. Cole's collection of bright, thoughtful essays is just the ticket for science enthusiasts who want a challenge without a headache.
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The Warped Muse
A shorter list may well be famous people with no mental disorders.
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British Star Pianist Imogen Cooper
Imogen Cooper may not be a flashy performer, but her technique and artistry make her a memorable musician in either solo or chamber performances.
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Timely January Links
January has many events that are worthy of spotlighting. I have chosen the following sites to round out this month's timely events due to the fact that on January 30th, I will be featuring some Blues and Jazz for Black History Month which is celebrated in America in the month of February.
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French Pianist Hélène Grimaud
French pianist Hélène Grimaud may be known for her bold, powerful style, but she is also known for her love of wolves.
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Johannes Brahms
Brief biography of Johannes Brahms, German composer, pianist and conductor of the Romantic period.
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Time OUT!: And, I mean that in a good way!
KIDS, music can be fun! Time Out and I mean that in a good way. Lots of great interactive music sites have been found especially for you. Teachers, there are MANY music resources and topics for teaching effectively. Music educators exchange ideas, tools for optimal networking. Many links and weekly articles.
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Amy Marcy Cheney Beach
A brief look at the career of Amy Marcy Cheney Beach (Mrs. H.H.A.Beach), who had a celebrated career as a concert pianist and composer.
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Easter Oratorios
From the glorious Handel to the mysterious Pärt, the Easter season offers the excuse to explore music commemorating the passion and resurrection of Christ.
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Museum of Historic Keyboards
Hatchlands near Guildford in England, is home to a collection of historic keyboard instruments on display and still in regular use today at the concerts held there.
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Classical Piano Performers
Here are some suggestions for top quality classical piano performers and some of their noted recordings.
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Marin Alsop First Female Conductor
Marin Alsop, the first woman to direct a major American orchestra, stepped into her new position with a performance on Sept. 27, 2007.
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Richard Strauss
Richard Strauss helped to bridge the transition in classical western music from the 19th-century into the contemporary age.
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Romanticism in Music
Romanticism and the Romantic Period is a segment of music history that has profoundly shaped all music that has been written since.
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The Life of Camille Saint-Saens
A reliable source of facts about Saint-Saens' family, work and accomplishments.
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The Problem with Utopias
Utopias have been described in popular novels for 500 years. They are popular despite the weakness of the depiction, especially when compared to a dystopia.
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Cook with Nature and Music at Garth Newel Music Center
Would you like to improve your culinary skills, listen to the finest in chamber music and savor world-class cuisine and wine—all in an idyllic rural setting? Then plan to attend the weekend cooking school this fall at Garth Newel Music Center in scenic Warm Springs, Virginia.
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Joseph Haydn Biography
Life and Works of Franz Joseph Haydn, one of the greatest Austrian Classical composers, regarded as Father of Symphony.
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Gustav Klimt
Biography of Gustav Klimt
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Doing Our Best: A Tasting Note
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Summer Festivals and Celebrations
Everyone loves a party, and Europeans certainly don't hide that fact. They take advantage of the warm weather and long days of summer, and play host to an incredible array of parades, festivals, concerts and celebrations
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The Amazing Adventures of the Rolling Stones (Part 2)
Fan Fiction
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Building a Classical Music Library
Looking for a fast and easy guide to classical music recordings? Try Bill Parker's Building a Classical Music Library.
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David Duchovny - Agent Mulder's alter-ego.
A profile of X-Files star David Duchovny.
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Franz Schubert- The Romantics
Franz Schubert's prolific writing style has been an incredible bit of good fortune for those of us who love his music. Read on for a brief biography of this music master.
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Happy Independence Days!
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a musical look at national holidays and anthems of plus other patriotic music.

More Composer Birthdays
Ever wonder how old your favorite composer was turning this year? Find out with this fast list of major Classical composers.
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Theme Music from Wagner to Berlioz
Hector Berlioz paved the way for opera composers and contemporary film composers to associate melodic fragments with the narrative development of characters.
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American Composer Series #1 - Aaron Copland (part 1)
This article begins a continuing series which will chronicle the lives and works of this country's greatest composers.
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Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
Brief biography of CPE Bach, master of the keyboards, arguably, founder of modern piano-playing, and famous for "treatise on how to play the keyboard correctly."
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Georg Friedrich Handel's Romances
A brief look at the romantic life of the great German composer Georg Friedrich Handel.
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Meeting with Italian Winemakers
A journey through the Veneto sampling the food and wine of that area.
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Origins of Renaissance Music
The daily sounds of fifteenth and sixteenth century England are reflected in the music of the time.
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Podcasting in the Classroom
Podcasting can supplement the teacher's lectures and assist students who miss work or have special needs.
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Preserving Native Folk Music
As our world became more industrialized native folk songs began to dissapear. Through the efforts of many dedicated composers much of this heritage has been preserved.
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Riesling — A Rising Star?
Our tasting panel compares Rieslings from Australia, Germany, Alsace, and Washington State.
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