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Classical Music Feature Writer: Sarah Canice Funke

"Classical" refers specifically to the music of the late 18th and early 19th centuries but more broadly to music that has endured the test of time and some sort of artistic standard (it's a fuzzy boundary). Whether you enjoy Shostakovitch's fugues or Cage's aleatoric music, here you will find a focus on 20th century composers, album reviews, and historical/biographical information about the musicians and symphonies that have left a recorded legacy.

From Wagner to Berlioz, Brahms to Beethoven, Mozart to Handel, Bach to Stravinsky, we'll review the recordings essential to your library. We'll also feature modern interpretations of the art from Philip Glass to John Adams, John Cage to Steve Reich.

Questions or comments? Send me an email or post in the discussion forum.


Feature Writer Articles in Classical Music

 		"Aires de Sefarad" Album Review
The guitar-violin ensemble Duo46 bring Jorge Liderman's romantic Mediterranean song cycle to life in their recording of "Aires de Sefarad."
Brain Hulse's Pseudosynthesis Album Review
With unusual instrument pairs and contrasting moods, Brian Hulse's album Pseudosynthesis showcases musical voices that complement each other yet retain individual quirks.
Javier Oviedo on the Saxophone
Though the saxophone is often associated with jazz, Javier Oviedo reminds audiences that this versatile instrument is actually quite classical in origin.
Paul Henry Smith and His Digital Orchestra
Going digital, Paul Henry Smith's Fauxharmonic Orchestra specializes in making recorded versions of orchestral compositions a reality for composers and musicians alike.
Pianist Alicia de Larrocha Dies at 86
The Spanish pianist Alicia de Larrocha, known for her elegant touch and advocacy of Spanish composers, died last Friday night in a Barcelona hospital.
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Contributing Articles in Classical Music

 		Guide to Classical Music
Want to test the waters of the classical music genre? Try the florid Baroque, the elegant Classical, the impassioned Romantic, or perhaps the explorational Modern.
Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 2
Throughout music history, composers have revised their work in hope of making a better connection with musicians and the listening public.
Avatar Soundtrack Review
Using a strong combo of ethnic percussion and chants, electronics, and a massive orchestra and chorus, Horner's latest score is a thrilling pinnacle of his career.
Classical Music Deaths in 2009
The life and work of composers Lukas Foss and Roger Nixon are also remembered in this retrospective of four fine musicians.
Tips for Great Songwriting: Music & Melody
Here are some tactics and techniques which will help both professionals and novices alike write their own original music and melodies.
My Road - Songs from Guin Saga CD Review
"Guin Saga" may have first caught fans' attention for other reasons, but after the first episode aired in April 2009, forums were abuzz over Kanon's angelic voice.
The Red Canvas Soundtrack Review
Peterson's fantastic debut score album reveals an unabashed sense of deeply somber dramatism, strong action technique and fluid classical romanticism.
Handel's Messiah Music, Story and Performance
Scripture and music complement one another in Handel's Messiah, performed by the Toronto Symphony Orchestra with the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir and highly recommended.
Bernard Labadie Conducts Handel's Messiah
Bernard Labadie, his Canadian orchestra and chorus from Quebec City, performed during Los Angeles Philharmonic's Deck the Hall concert series at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Orchestra And Chorale
Well into the 2009 -10 season, The Music Conservatory in Chicago College of Performing Arts of Roosevelt University (CCPA) is showcasing live performances.
Julie & Julia Soundtrack Review
Using "Julie & Julia" to pen some of his breeziest melodies yet, Alexandre Desplat's music is full of zesty French charm, undemanding and constantly cheerful.
Die Papstin (Pope Joan) Soundtrack Review
Marcel Barsotti's dramatic score is saturated with deep orchestral harmonies, rich early-music orchestrations and sublime choral work.
Charles Burney (1726 - 1814)
Charles Burney was a music historian and critic living in the 18th century. He travelled across Europe in 1771 and 1773, noting his thoughts on the present state of music
A Conversation with Composer Ron Nelson
Dr. Nelson chats about writing music for symphonic band and what he's currently composing.
Interview with Composer Ron Nelson
In celebration of his 80th birthday, Suite101 was privileged to speak further with the composer from his home in Scottsdale, Ariz.
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