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The Twilight Saga: New Moon Score Review: Romantic, Gothic Symphony by Alexandre Desplat

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

West Coast, Left Coast: Dudamel, Marino Formenti: Festival Celebrates the Spirit of California's Creative Renegades

In: Classical Music Performances

By: Paula Edelstein

Handel's Messiah: A Holiday Favorite with a Long History

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Eilene Toppin Ording

"I Dreamed A Dream": Review of Susan Boyle's Debut Effort

In: Modern Classical Musicians

By: Mallory Giunchigliani

Astro Boy Soundtrack Review: Fantastically Robust, Heroic Animation Score by John Ottman

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Amelia Soundtrack Review: Expansive, Intimate and Beautiful Drama Score by Gabriel Yared

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Dudamel Expands Repertoire With LA Philharmonic: Mozart's Melodicism and Berg's Atonalism Are Skillfully Conducted

In: Classical Music Performances

By: Paula Edelstein

A Christmas Carol Soundtrack Review: Thrilling, Festive, Traditional Yuletide Score by Alan Silvestri

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Don Carlo Gesualdo, Prince of Venosa: The Music and Murders of An Italian Nobleman

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By: nick arteaga

Hindemith Violin Concerto: Notes on the German Composer’s 1940 Work for Violin and Orchestra

In: Classical Composers

By: Paul-John Ramos

Charles Ives' Two Contemplations for Orchestra: The Unanswered Question and Central Park in the Dark

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Alex Hoffman

Alex Szilasi: Hungarian Pianist Makes Canadian Debut with PSO in Peterborough, ON

In: Modern Classical Musicians

By: Pat Maitland

Dudamel Conducts Schubert and Berio: Two Unfinished Symphonies and Folk Songs Given Exemplary Readings

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By: Paula Edelstein

Dudamel Conducts Giuseppe Verdi's Requiem Mass: Magnificent Performance Receives Standing Ovation

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By: Paula Edelstein

The Pocket Philharmonic: This Munich-Based Ensemble Is the Smallest Orchestra in the World

In: Orchestras

By: Kate Rodriguez

Musical Expression in Frauenliebe und -Leben: Robert Schumann's Song Cycle A Woman's Life and Love

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By: Amelia Hill

Toelzer Boys Choir: Munich Is Home to One of the World's Top Boys Choirs

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By: Kate Rodriguez

Halloween Treat from Classical Music: Ghoulish Sounds and Spooky Listening for All Hallows' Eve

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Feature Writer Tel Asiado

Interview: Gregory Oh: Profile of a Canadian Pianist, Conductor, Teacher (and Gamer)

In: Modern Classical Musicians

By: Liane Tsui

Southern California Philharmonic: Classical Music in Orange County, CA, Available to All

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By: Michelle Corbin

Agora Soundtrack Review: Surprising, Robust Epic by Dario Marianelli

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

Spore Hero Videogame Soundtrack Review: Eccentric, Joyously Active Game Score from Winifred Phillips

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Trick 'r Treat Soundtrack Review: Large-Scale Gothic Score by Douglas Pipes

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Le Petit Nicolas Soundtrack Review: Quirky, Delightful Score by Klaus Badelt

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Q&A with Conductor Gerard Schwarz: Music Director of the Seattle Symphony

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Alex Hoffman

Dudamel Conducts Mahler's Symphony No. 1: Gustavo Dudamel Era Underway at Los Angeles Philharmonic

In: Classical Music Performances

By: Paula Edelstein

Marc Blitzstein and Leonard Bernstein: A Brief History of the Airborne Symphony and Their Friendship

In: Classical Composers

By: Paul-John Ramos

¡Bienvenido Gustavo! Dudamel’s Arrival Marks a Celebratory Milestone in Los Angeles

In: Classical Music Performances

By: Paula Edelstein

Center Stage With Gustavo Dudamel: Dudamel Dazzles Audiences With His Constant Boldness

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By: Paula Edelstein

The Time Traveler's Wife Soundtrack Review: Understated, Soothing Romance Score by Mychael Danna

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

Q&A with Conductor Michael Stern: Music Director of the Kansas City Symphony

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By: Alex Hoffman

9 Soundtrack Review: Striking Action Score by Danny Elfman & Deborah Lurie

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Understanding Classical Music I: Genres of Orchestral Music

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By: Greg Ure

Songs of A Wayfarer: Mahler's Work Initiated A New Genre- The Orchestral Song Cycle

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Paula Edelstein

Classical Music for the Halloween Season: What Makes the Stories Behind the Music Enduring and Fearful

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Feature Writer Michael Streich

The Life of Johann Christian Bach: The English Bach

In: Classical Composers

By: Feature Writer Samantha Markham

Prokofiev's Piano Sonatas: Nos. 1 thru 3: A Brief Survey of Prokofiev's First Three Sonatas

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Jacqueline Banks

Prokofiev: A Guide for the Listener & Performer: Prokofiev’s Life and Evolution of his Musical Language

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By: Jacqueline Banks

Composer James Barnes: Professor at the University of Kansas Renowned for Band Music

In: Classical Composers

By: Alex Hoffman

The Life of Grazyna Bacewicz: Poland’s Second Female Composer

In: Classical Composers

By: Feature Writer Samantha Markham

World Orchestra for Peace: Organization of Musicians Promotes Global Harmony

In: Orchestras

By: Feature Writer Michelle Schusterman

Q&A with Conductor Leonard Slatkin: Music Director of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Alex Hoffman

Q&A with Juilliard President Joseph W. Polisi: Author of Composer William Schuman’s Biography, American Muse

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By: Alex Hoffman

Drag Me to Hell Soundtrack Review: Powerful, Gothic Masterpiece by Christopher Young

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Leonard Bernstein's Jeremiah Symphony: A Young Composer's Examination of the Book of Lamentations

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Alex Hoffman

Aaron Copland's El Salón México: An American's Take on Mexican Music

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Alex Hoffman

Two Virtuosos, One Unmistakable Voice: Genius: Herbie Hancock and Lang Lang Perform at Hollywood Bowl

In: Classical Music Performances

By: Paula Edelstein

Ottorino Respighi's Roman Festivals: The Italian Composer’s Daring Travelogue

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Alex Hoffman

Gaspard de la Nuit: Making Sense of Ravel's Three-Movement Suite

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Cheryl Metzger

Bridgemusic for Henry Hudson Year: Bertolozzi’s Sound installation Brings Free Music to Passersby

In: Music Composition

By: Josefine Köhn-Haskins

Mutant Chronicles Soundtrack Review: Cliché but Solid Thriller Score by Richard Wells

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By: David Abraham Dueck

William Schuman's New England Triptych: Thoroughly American Music from a Thoroughly American Composer

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Alex Hoffman

Harry Potter 6 Soundtrack Review: Lightweight, Anonymous Fantasy Score by Nicholas Hooper

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Hindemith's Concert Music for Brass and Strings: The German Composer’s First Orchestral Triumph of the 1930s

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Alex Hoffman

Serge Koussevitzky and the Boston Symphony: Famous Conductor Advocated Music by Copland, Stravinsky, Prokofiev

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Alex Hoffman

The Young Victoria Soundtrack Review: Classical Crossover Score by Ilan Eshkeri

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

David Diamond's Rounds for String Orchestra: Classic in American Music Repertory Celebrates 65 Years

In: Music Composition

By: Alex Hoffman

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs Soundtrack Review: Typically Solid, Charming Animation Score by John Powell

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

Public Enemies Soundtrack Review: Elliot Goldenthal’s Newest Score is Subtle, Brooding, & Magnificent

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Coco Avant Chanel Soundtrack Review: Delicate, Winning Drama Score from Alexandre Desplat

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Intro to Impressionistic Piano Music: A Look at the Works of Ravel and Debussy

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Cheryl Metzger

Haydn's Creation Schwarzenberg Palace, Vienna: The Great Oratorio of Enlightenment Music

In: Classical Composers

By: Rosemary Gemmell

Nantwich Choral Society Sings Haydns The Seasons: Major Work of Austrian Composer Impressively Sung by Local Choir

In: Classical Music Performances

By: Michael Mackey

Virgil Thomson's Symphony on a Hymn Tune: Firm Foundations for a Life as a Composer and Outspoken Critic

In: Music Composition

By: Alex Hoffman

Dello Joio's Variations, Chaconne and Finale: Meditations on Music That Successfully Fused Disparate Styles

In: Music Composition

By: Alex Hoffman

Un Homme Et Son Chien Soundtrack Review: Gorgeously Thematic, Golden Age-Style Score by Philippe Rombi

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

Cheri Soundtrack Review: Breezy, Lilting Romance Score by Alexandre Desplat

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

Polish Nationalism in Chopin's Music: How Chopin’s Homeland Influenced His Compositions

In: Classical Composers

By: Cheryl Metzger

Terminator Salvation Soundtrack Review: Gigantic, Brazen Action Score by Danny Elfman

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

Departures Soundtrack Review: String-Based Hidden Gem from Joe Hisaishi

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By: David Abraham Dueck

Life is a Symphony...In E Minor of Course: The Life and Music of Florence Beatrice Price

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Jacqueline Banks

Voices of the Forrest Speak At last: Gillock's first pieces from his Lyric Preludes

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By: Jacqueline Banks

The Schubert of Children's Composers: American Composer, William Gillock and his 'Lyric Preludes'

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By: Jacqueline Banks

Musical Les Misérables Paris 1832: Plot Summary, Character Description, and Production information

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Feature Writer Tel Asiado

Les Misérables from Digne to Montreuil-Sur-Mer: Musical Plot Synopsis, Character list, and Production Information

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Feature Writer Tel Asiado

Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center: Music City's Symphony Hall Hits High Note Musically, Economically

In: Symphonies

By: Devan Stuart

The Home of Dark Butterflies Soundtrack Review: Lovely, Melodic Minimalist Score from Panu Aaltio

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

The Legendary Margaret Bonds and her Music: The Queen of African-American Composers

In: Classical Composers

By: Jacqueline Banks

Angels & Demons Soundtrack Review: Exhilarating New Score from Zimmer is Definitive of His Career

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

Star Trek Soundtrack Review: Intense and Memorable Score by Giacchino

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

George Antheil's Capital of the World: A Hemingway Story Meets Spanish-influenced Melodies

In: Music Composition

By: Alex Hoffman

Carrie Jacobs Bond Composer of I Love You Truly: World-Famous Songwriter of Victorian Vocal Works

In: Classical Composers

By: Anya Laurence

Opera and Concert Singer Jessie Bartlett Davis: Famous for Her Role of Alan-a-Dale in the Opera Robin Hood

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Anya Laurence

American Lyric Soprano Alice Nielsen: Star of Light Musicals and Comedies to Grand Opera

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Anya Laurence

Clara Kellogg An American Prima Donna: Celebrated For Her Interpretation of Marguerite in Gounpd's Faust

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Anya Laurence

Marian Anderson, Great American Contralto: First African-American Singer to Appear at the Metropolitan Opera

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Anya Laurence

Musicians Sir Hubert Parry and Joseph Parry: Nineteenth Century Composers of Symphonies and Oratorios

In: Classical Composers

By: Anya Laurence

German Concert Pianist Ernst Perabo: Pianist, Composer and Transcriber of Classical Music

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By: Anya Laurence

Classical Pianist Carlyle Petersilea: Boston-Born Concert Artist Pupil of Ignaz Moscheles

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Anya Laurence

Pianists Alexander Dreyschock and Anton Door: Two Celebrated Nineteenth Century Concert Pianists

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Anya Laurence

Two Forgotten Pianists: Brull and Brassin: Pianists, Teachers and Composers of the Nineteenth Century

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Anya Laurence

Songs My Mother Taught Me CD Notes: Dame Joan Sutherland Sings Compilation of Mom's Pieces

In: Classical Music (general)

By: Feature Writer Tel Asiado

Duo Concertante Latest CD Release: Nancy Dahn and Timothy Steeves Show Fine Artistry

In: Classical Music Performances

By: Anya Laurence

Song of Pain and Beauty - Story of Two Musicians: The Biography of Ivor Gurney and Marion Scott

In: Classical Composers

By: Anya Laurence

Knowing Soundtrack Review: Grand but Inconsistent Apocalyptic Score by Marco Beltrami

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

How to Clap - The Art and Mystery of Applause: A look at Clapping in Composition,and the role of Applause in praise

In: Classical Music Performances

By: Chris Woolfrey

The Secret Garden (1993) Soundtrack Review: Zbigniew Preisner's Score Tells as Many Stories as the Magical Film

In: Music Composition

By: James Clark

The Rags of William Bolcom: The Comeback of Ragtime in the Late 20th Century

In: Classical Composers

By: Cheryl Metzger

Doubt Soundtrack Review: Somber, Subtly Celtic Rhythms by Howard Shore

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

Boy in the Striped Pajamas Soundtrack Review: Heart-Wrenching, Powerful Score from James Horner

In: Classical Music (general)

By: David Abraham Dueck

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