Articles related to "Orchestra"

Most people find orchestra music tedious. However, with an understanding of the complexity of the instrument families enjoyment can occur.

Last week, in order to overcome a lack of financial backing, an orchestra tried to sell itself on eBay. But eBay said no.

Under Conductor Ethel Stark, the Montreal Women's Symphony Orchestra was the first all-women orchestra in Canada. They reached the pinnacle of music performance in 1947.

Premier German symphony orchestra continues a 60-year tradition with a classical, romantic and contemporary repertoire performed worldwide.

From the mathematical Boulez to the playful Satie to the nationalist Sibelius to the jazz-influenced Gershwin to the minimalist Reich, the 20th-century offers diversity.

Though selling orchestras on eBay is a new phenomenon, the private ownership of musical groups has a long history. In Haydn's case, it even inspired a symphony.

This extraordinary group of outstanding musicians from all over the world unite for performances that promote peace and understanding.

After months of receiving and judging video submissions, the auditions are over and the YouTube Symphony Orchestra announced its final roster on March 2.

The 33rd International Music Festival from May 5th - June 19th, 2007, from the Schonbronn Palace, promises classical music performed by leading interpreters.

World-renowned symphony orchestra's New Year's Eve concert crowns medieval city's Christmas Markets and Nativity Trail celebrations and highlights busy international tour

One of the first black concert performers in America, Hazel Lucile Harrison began piano lessons at the age of four in her home town of La Porte, Indiana, in 1887.

For Trans-Siberian Orchestra fans all over North America, the Trans-Siberian Orchestra winter concert tour is a great series of shows full of Christmas music.

Brief biography and works of Joaquin Rodrigo, celebrated 20th century Spanish composer of Concierto de Aranjuez.

The Dorchester Symphony Orchestra (of Dorchester, MA) gave a debut concert at the All-Saints Ashmont Episcopal Church on Friday, September 20th, 2008.

The Spring for Music Festival, a new event showcasing North American orchestras and allowing them to "take artistic risks," is scheduled to debut May 2011.

Of all the works by American composer David Diamond (1915-2005), his sunny string piece may be his most beloved.

While many people immediately recognize the name of Leonard Bernstein or George Szell, there were many great conductors in the nineteenth century who are forgotten today.

Classical music takes a stab at diplomacy as the New York Philharmonic plans a tour of North Korea, hoping to improve relations between two hostile nations.

The long-closed country of North Korea recently approved its orchestra's tour to England, due in part to a soccer match that took place 41 years ago.

A review of The Music Box Orchestra, one of many CDs in the Baby Einstein collection.

His originality still hasn't gained full acceptance, but these two short orchestral pieces are a good starting point to understanding the music of Charles Ives.

The 21st Annual Bravo! Vail Valley Festival kicked off to a bold and brassy start on Wednesday, June 25 at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheatre in Vail, Colorado.

There are several ways to fuse rock and classical music. But does the London Philharmonic Orchestra's cover of rock music really count as fusion?

Mahavishnu Orchestra had achieved notice with their debut album, The Inner Mounting Flame, and followed the record with an intense, successful and extensive tour cycle.

Going digital, Paul Henry Smith's Fauxharmonic Orchestra specializes in making recorded versions of orchestral compositions a reality for composers and musicians alike.

Melding hard rock, heavy metal, and orchestral music around Christmas themes, TSO has created a unique sound and show.

Mozart's Jupiter, Clarinet Concerto, Sinfonio Concertante and the Marriage of Figaro overture were a fitting first performance of the Siam Chamber Orchestra.

From classical concerts to big name musical acts, Blossom Music Center is the scene for the finest in summer outdoor entertainment in Northeast Ohio.

Listen, learn and play along with the London Philharmonic Orchestra and the marching brooms.

Never before has an ensemble of brilliant musicians been able to blend the charm of classical composition, the enchantment of Christmas, and the power of symphonic rock.

Conductor Valery Gergiev and the Kirov Orchestra of St. Petersburg bring us fantastical encounters between gods, ogres, and men.

Canadian composer Alex Pauk's contributions to Canadian arts earned him the 2007 Molson Award.

At Carnegie Hall, the New York Philharmonic's new Music Director Designate Alan Gilbert led the orchestra in a celebration of Bernstein's relationship with the NYP.

In Vail, Colorado, the Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival featured performances by the Rochester Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic.

Honda's robot ASIMO conducts the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in an initiative to promote fun and innovative music education among Detroit's youth.

From Van Cliburn to Dmitris Sgouros, several pianists have met the demands of Tchaikovsky's majestic yet virtuosic concerto, a delight for fans of classical piano.

The Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra's fresh sound stems from creative arrangements and historical instruments crafted from gourds.

For long seen only as a capital of sleaze, Bangkok is now a capital of the finest that art can offer, whether it be in music concerts, ballet, opera, or art exhibitions.

The BBC Proms Out + About concert will perform at multiple points around the city of London, for a full day of free classical music in public places.

After a successful stint as a professional soccer player, the Israeli musician Elisha Abas has traveled full circle, returning to his first love in piano.

Women have been composing for centuries but some were more successful than others. History should remember these women and their musical works.

Every school or non-profit organization uses fund-raisers to raise money for things that the budget can't supply. Forget about candy and pizza... Try something new!

A review of the Philips label recording of the Beethoven Violin Concerto with Herman Krebbers, violin, and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, conducted by Bernard Haitink

Wiseman composes a rapturous, beautiful symphony for the British horror movie Haunted.

Capturing the spirit of a post-industrial world, John Adams turned to the player-piano for inspiration in this concerto commissioned by pianist Emanuel Ax.

Friedheim had a difficult road to acceptance by Liszt, who roundly condemned his playing at first, forcing Friedheim to try on several occasions to become his pupil.

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.

The Soloist is an emotionally absorbing dramatization of the true life story of a musical prodigy, Nathaniel Ayers.

Learn more about classical music by understanding a few basic principles. The first lesson will deal with genres.

Canada is a country often jibed about its abundance of snow and ice, but composer Vincent Ho will turn that humor into artistry.