Articles related to "Conductor"



The Conductor's Language
The conductor of an orchestra or other ensemble is truly the heartbeat of the music. Many people, however, don't have a real understanding of just how complex and important the conductor's job really is.
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Conductors, Etc.
Music Educators unite! 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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On Becoming a Musical Director
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A sheep in wolf's clothing.
Sometimes the saxophone is called on to play the parts of other instruments.
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Cast Iron: A Tribute
A discussion of cast iron's advantages, care, and some cooking tips.
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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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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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The Physical Set-Up
The fewer desks there are between you and the student, the better.
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It's cold! Insulate me!
How do heat insulators and conductors work.
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. . . To the Met -- and Beyond! Part Two

Women who speak softly and wield the big stick!

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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Ach, Ich Fühl's - 101
Ach, ich fühl's, es ist verschwunden, Pamina's emotional soprano aria from Mozart's The Magic Flute, translation, recommended recordings and vocal scores
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Der Hölle Rache - 101
Der Hölle Rache, (Vengence Aria) The Queen of the Night's soprano aria from Mozart opera the Magic Flute, opera aria translation & recommended opera aria recordings.
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Der Vogelfänger bin ich ja - 101
The famous Der Vogelfänger bin ich ja,(Entrance Aria) Papageno's baritone aria from Mozart's The Magic Flute, translation, recommended recordings and vocal scores
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Dies Bildnis - 101
The famous Dies Bildnis ist bezaubernd schön,(Portrait Aria) Tamino's tenor aria from Mozart's The Magic Flute, translation, recommended recordings and vocal scores
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Louis Spohr Life and Works
Brief biography of Louis Spohr. His composition style is transition between Classicism and Romanticism. He paved way for German Romantic opera with Carl Maria von Weber.
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Bravo!! Our very own Hall of Fame!
The American Classical Music Hall of Fame and Museum
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Preproduction Glossary - Personnel
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White Mountains Rail Tour
The author takes a day-long rail trip through the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
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Concert Etiquette
For the uninitiated it is easy to make a big faux pas at a classical music concert. Use these suggestions or pass them on to someone that needs a gentle reminder.
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Women of Music History, Part III - Nadia Boulanger
Get to know this pioneering force in composition, conducting and teaching.
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Daring Women
A list taken by a postcard book, "Women Who Dared," revisits brave women from all walks of life who made a positive difference in the lives of women and men.
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Bio of Franz Schreker, Composer
Brief biography of Monaco-born Austrian composer Franz Schreker, founder and conductor of Vienna Philharmonic Choir and famous for Der Ferne Klang (The Distant Sound).
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Composer Franz Lehar
Brief biography of Franz Lehár, leading composer of light operettas, extremely famous for The Merry Widow. His waltz 'Gold and Silver' is also often recorded.
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Harriet Tubman - Black Moses
Profile of Harriet Tubman, heroine of the Underground Railroad.
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The Creation of a New Musical, Part 9a - Preproduction: Music Prep
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Biography of Sir Arthur Bliss
Brief biography and works of British composer Sir Arthur Bliss, best known for orchestral A Colour Symphony.
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Ferruccio Busoni Biography
Brief Biography of German-Italian Ferruccio Busoni, child prodigy, gifted composer and a visionary musician.
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Martha Lipton, Profiled
American Mezzo Soprano, Martha Lipton sang 17 seasons and over 400 performances at the Metropolitan Opera House. She was an important opera star of the 20th century.
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Sergey Rachmaninoff
Brief biography of Russian born-American composer Sergei Rachmaninoff, his life and music. Famous for Piano Concerto No.2 and 'Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini.'
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The Carl Rosa Opera Company
Karl August Nikolaus Rose (Hamburg, 1842-Paris, 1889) was a successful conductor in England and America, and the founder of a great English opera company.
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Irvin Jackobs - the head of Qualcomm
Person,who creat Qualcomm
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The Future - Symphonically Speaking

De Koven: Oh, Promise Me
Brief biography of composer Reginald De Koven and the wedding song "Oh, Promise Me" taken from his Operetta "Robin Hood." Clement Scott wrote the lyrics.
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Italy Trivia: Sicily Travel Facts
Information on Barbarossa, Scylla and Charydbis, Bellini, The Godfather, Teatro Massimo, Archimedes, St Agata, Garibaldi, Aeolian islands and Doric temples in Italy.
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Noteworthy Women

Preparing for a Substitute
What to do if you're a music teacher with a non-musical sub!
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Hormones and Zits
Do they have anything to do with each other? Find out how and why.
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20th century Vienna Classics
The 33rd International Music Festival from May 5th - June 19th, 2007, from the Schonbronn Palace, promises classical music performed by leading interpreters.
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A Little Pomp and Circumstance
Each year millions of Americans gather to watch black robed graduates march to the strains of Edward Elgar's most famous work, Pomp and Circumstance. Find out why here!
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Commercial Fishing Safety Rules
The Coast Guard is soliciting public comment on its proposed improvements to fishing vessel safety and will continue to refine its safety regulations for fishermen.
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'Rosie the Riveter'
How women supported the war effort during World War II
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How to Throw a Black and White Themed Party: Costume, Decoration, Game and Food Ideas
A theme party where you celebrate black and white. You use black and white in every detail from decorations to prizes to food to costumes. Colorless is the world you create. There are so many options for fun here it is impossible to cover them all.You will enjoy yourself immensly, but really appreciate your technocolor world when you return.
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Disney's Little Einsteins
If you have a toddler, chances are you know Rocket and you definitely know when to PAT, PAT, PAT!
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Ida Wells-Barnett
A strong advocate of racial and gender equality, Ida Wells-Barnett used her education and journalism skills to raise awareness of civil rights.
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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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Royal Carol Honors Scotland
The Queen's Master of Music, Sir Peter Maxwell Davies, has finished his latest Christmas carol. The text and music were inspired by the northern islands of Orkney.
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Sir William Walton
Brief biography of English composer Sir William Walton - his life, influence and works. Famous for 'Facade.'
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High Brows
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