About Hermione Lai

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I’ve always loved music! Ever since I commenced my university studies, I have been exploring more and more classical music – operas, live orchestral concerts, recordings, you name it. Many people think that classical music is boring, but it’s so full of emotions and feelings that it touches one’s soul directly. I am particularly interested in discovering intriguing stories of composers behind their compositions, and lesser-known classical music gems. Will you join me on this exciting journey?

Contributed Posts

Jan 7, 2024 The Fabulous Arnold Bax Piano Miniatures
“In This Life, One Should Try Everything Once, Except Incest and Folk Dancing”

Jan 6, 2024 David Popper (1843-1913)
“Very Few Luminaries Survive More Than One Generation”

Dec 30, 2023 David Popper (1843-1913)
The Cello Concertos

Dec 25, 2023 5 Magnificent Choruses
Bach’s Christmas Oratorio

Dec 11, 2023 5 Magnificent Arias
Bach’s Christmas Oratorio

Nov 20, 2023 More Famous Classical Melodies in New Guises

Nov 12, 2023 5 Famous Classical Melodies in New Guises

Nov 11, 2023 The Mermaid in Classical Music

Nov 8, 2023 “World Pianist Day”
10 Forgotten Piano Sonatas

Nov 6, 2023 The Butcher, the Baker, the Candlestick Maker
10 Composers with Real Jobs

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