Listening to Music
Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto no. 2: Famous Classical Music
In today’s video, we’re going to take a closer look at Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto no. 2 in C minor. In classic.fm’s annual list of the top 300 classical pieces people love, this concerto was number 2 (in 2018). It’s very well-known and well-loved!
Read MoreThe Music of Rachmaninoff: 6 Favorites
In today’s video, we’re going to take a look at the music of Rachmaninoff – specifically, 6 favorites that I picked out. Some of these selections are among his most famous compositions, and others are ones that I personally quite enjoy. These six selections should give you a good understanding of Rachmaninoff’s sound and style.…
Read MoreTop 10 Popular Classical Compositions of 2018 (according to Classic.FM)
Every year, the radio station Classic.FM does a “Classical Hall of Fame”, which is a gigantic poll on people’s favorite Classical music. This year, over 120,000 people participated in the polls.
Read MoreChopin’s Fantaisie-Impromptu: An Analysis
In today’s episode, we’re going to take a look at Chopin’s very famous Fantaisie-Impromptu, op. 66, for solo piano (like the vast majority of Chopin’s works).
Read MoreMusic for my wedding (Classical, Catholic, live performance)
I thought it would be fun to do a video on the music I selected for my wedding. Michael and I got married last year in a church, and we had three live performers for the music. We had a pianist, violinist, and vocalist. Today I’ll share with you each of my selections. Let’s get…
Read MoreBeethoven’s Fifth: A look at the world’s most famous symphony
Everyone knows Beethoven’s Fifth symphony – even the Classically illiterate. People around the world instantly recognize the dramatic first four notes (which we’ll listen to shortly). It’s one of the most famous symphonies ever written.
Read MoreMusic of the Middle Ages (A Brief History)
In this two-part video series, we’re going to be exploring the music of the middle ages. On this channel we’ve discussed Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Impressionist and other genres and eras of music. This time we’re going further into the past to talk about the middle ages.
Read MoreHandel’s Messiah: Hallelujah Chorus (Christmas Special)
Handel’s Messiah his is a really common oratorio to hear around Christmastime, and many orchestras put on performances of it in December. The Hallelujah Chorus is the most famous movement from Messiah.
Read More10 Classical Music Pieces I’ve Loved this Year (2017)
Now that we’re in December, I’ve started to reflect on the year. One thing I was thinking about was my favorite music from this year – the tunes I listened to over and over again. I thought it might be fun to do a video on that topic, sharing with you my personal 10 favorite…
Read MoreGuide to the Blues: 1900s – 2000s
I want to start off this video guide to the blues by saying I’m not anywhere close to being an expert in modern styles like blues and jazz. I haven’t spent as much time studying these genres, though I do enjoy them.
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