The Classical Sax Is Amazing. Here Are Seven Pieces to Get You Started
Tuesday, November 06, 2018
The saxophone is an orchestral newcomer, but composers have far from neglected its gilded magnificence.
The Successful Premiere of ‘Le Prophète’ Earned Critical Praise — and Wagner’s Hate
Tuesday, November 06, 2018
If there were any single piece of music (and any one composer) for whom Wagner’s Anti-Semitic hate grew, it was Meyerbeer’s Le Prophète.
2018 Richard Tucker Gala From Carnegie Hall
Monday, November 05, 2018
Nimet Habachy hosts an afternoon of your favorite opera stars singing your favorite arias.
Yo-Yo Ma Wants You — Yes, You — to Vote
Monday, November 05, 2018
The cellist dropped a video on social media imploring everyone to play their part.
Beethoven Symphony Marathon 2018
Thursday, November 01, 2018
All nine Beethoven symphonies played in order? That’s a marathon we can all finish.
Does It Seem Like that Bach You’re Hearing Is Getting Faster? It's Not Just You
Thursday, November 01, 2018
A study from Deutsche Grammophon and Decca reveals that Bach recordings of the Double Concerto, in general, are getting faster — 30 percent faster, to be exact.
Seven of the Weirdest Arrangements Of This Classic Brahms Piece
Thursday, November 01, 2018
Ever since Brahms originally composed the Hungarian Dance No. 5 for piano four-hands, musicians have been re-arranging it.
Where Have I Seen This Place Before? The Hungarian State Opera House on Film
Wednesday, October 31, 2018
The Hungarian State Opera House is one of the more recognizable venues on the big (and small) screen, popping up in films from the 70's and television shows of the 2010s.
Must-See Classical Concerts This November
Wednesday, October 31, 2018
There's a lot happening around New York this November. Here's what to see.
The Best Classical New Releases of October 2018
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
From Bartók’s bone-chilling string quartets to Hakenberger’s dulcet motets, here are our favorite new releases.
Peak 2000's Emo, but for Cello and Piano Duo
Monday, October 29, 2018
The crossover pair Brooklyn Duo has had the 30 Seconds To Mars' "The Kill" on their to-do list for a while, and they finally checked it off.
How Did the Tritone Get Such a Devilish Reputation?
Friday, October 26, 2018
The tritone is a fascinating interval... but where did that "devil" business come from?
Watch it Live: The Decomposers Classical Beer Jam
Thursday, October 25, 2018
WQXR’s live event pairing good brew with good music returns in time for Halloween.
This All-Trombone Cover of Bohemian Rhapsody is a Balm for Your Weary Soul
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Who knew 28 trombones could cover the Queen classic so gracefully?
Toscanini Has No Time for Lagging Basses
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
Have you heard about Toscanini’s temper? Listen to it at work.
'Marnie' at the Met: Dazzling but Distant, With or Without Tippi
Monday, October 22, 2018
WQXR's David Patrick Stearns reviews the U.S. premiere of Nico Muhly's 'Marnie' at the Metropolitan Opera.
Here is Gautier Capuçon (Literally) Playing Cello on a Plane
Monday, October 22, 2018
Turns out that when you’re this talented, you can run wild in your music videos.
Watch it Live: The 2018 Richard Tucker Gala
Friday, October 19, 2018
On Sunday, October 21 at 6 pm, watch a live stream of the annual Richard Tucker Gala, featuring the 2018 Richard Tucker Award winner, Christian Van Horn.
Google’s New Piano Genie Let’s You Play Like a Pro
Thursday, October 18, 2018
Google’s new gadget is a smarter version of the Guitar Hero controller. That’s more than a fair description.
12 Romantic Composers Not Named 'Liszt' or 'Brahms'
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
There were several composers of the 19th century that could make hearts swell, eyes water and temples pound with rushing excitement. And not all of them had names like Brahms and Liszt.
