Musical Wings To Transport The Soul
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Learn about music’s ability to transport listeners’ minds to faraway places and its major effects on many aspects of our health.
Traveling by Ear (For The Whole Family)
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Travel to Scotland to Cuba to The Isle of the Dead — All From The Comfort of Your Living Room
‘I tried to speak, then the world went dark’
Monday, August 17, 2020
Six months ago, a bleed on the brain left our host and Creative Director Clemency Burton-Hill unable to see, talk or walk. She tells how her brush with death made her determined to live.
The Ever-Changing World of Classical Performance — How Our New Reality Might Shape What We Hear
Thursday, August 06, 2020
When the air finally clears from the pandemic, the classical music world will feel completely different.
EDUCATE YOURSELF: Black Musicians of the Previous Generation on the Racism They Faced
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
The following stories tell of the racism that prominent Black artists of the previous generation faced in their rise to the top of the classical music industry.
EDUCATE YOURSELF: Classical x Race Reading List
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Conversations about race, and, more crucially, change, can be difficult. But here’s one neat trick to have those conversations run more smoothly: listen to black voices.
EDUCATE YOURSELF: Black Musicians Take to Social Media to Share Their Stories
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
The classical music world has reached its reckoning moment. The following have been excerpted from public statements posted to the social media platform Instagram.
The Classical Crossing, Part Three: Youtubers and Gold Seatbelts
Thursday, July 16, 2020
The 1980s brought us greedy CDs and the 1990s brought us sex appeal. Now we'll see how the 2000s opened the genre to anyone with an iPhone and a basement.
Shirley Graham Du Bois: Rediscovering a Lost Voice Through a Very Grand Opera
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
“This is the time to unleash my voice again.”
The Arts Are Big Business — and in Real Trouble
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
The performing arts and entertainment industry is in real trouble due to COVID-19 — the sector’s workers, venues, and organizations are in desperate need of help because of the shutdown.
The Classical Crossing, Part Two: Hot n' Corny
Thursday, July 09, 2020
As a concept, classical crossover isn't new. The 1980s brought us greedy CDs. Now we'll take a look at how pop executives of the 1990s drove classical music into a sexy abyss.
Satie’s Vexations: Visionary Creation? Or Musical Stalker?
Tuesday, July 07, 2020
Is Satie's Vexations an enigmatic work of genius or a musical prank?
Virtual Summer Vacation: Online Camps, Classes, and Concerts for Kids
Thursday, July 02, 2020
This break won’t be as hard as you think.
Opera – What The Fuss is All About, and How to Make Sense of What You See
Thursday, July 02, 2020
For many inquiring minds, times of imposed idleness come with high-minded resolutions. Like wondering about opera, and finding out what all the fuss is about.
The Classical Crossing, Part One: CDs and Happy Accidents
Thursday, June 25, 2020
As a concept, classical crossover isn't new. But the 1980s and its technological innovation, insatiable corporate hunger, and glitzy commercials set the stage for something different.
Watch: Lift Every Voice And Sing
Thursday, June 25, 2020
A message of hope and unity to communities throughout the world.
Hearing a Voice, as if for the First Time
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Many friends and readers have asked me to share music for them to listen to just now.
Ten Films, Scores, and Composers You Can Stream Right Now
Monday, June 22, 2020
Film scores can be an excellent introduction to the world of classical music — many of the most iconic movies have featured composers with classical roots.
Juneteenth and Beyond: A Commitment to Change
Thursday, June 18, 2020
Classical music belongs to everyone and we are committed to using our platform to bring all New Yorkers together so the future of classical music can be more equitable, just and joyous.
Do I Need to Wear a Ball Gown to Go to the Opera?
Thursday, June 18, 2020
In which we address that decades-old question.
