As we step into a new year, it’s a time for reflection, celebration, and, of course, great music. Last year, our contributors delved into the lives of composers, the magic of performers, and the timeless power of classical music in

If you’ve ever had a dog, you know firsthand the devotion, affection, and companionship they provide to humans. Turns out, many of the great composers knew the joys of canine companionship, too! Today, we’re looking at the amazing true stories

In her work for small ensemble, Cosmic Calendar, Ukrainian pianist and composer Marina Baranova takes a step back from a calendar of our days to create a calendar of our entire cosmos. Each movement takes us further from the Big

We might easily call Alexander Nikolayevich Scriabin (1872–1915) one of the most original and enigmatic composers of the late Romantic and early modern eras. His career spans an extraordinary journey from virtuoso pianist to a visionary of mysticism, symbolism, and

If happiness had feathers, it would look a lot like National Bird Day. Arriving each year on 5 January, just when winter days feel long, and the calendar is still full of resolutions, this cheerful celebration reminds us to take

In 2026, specifically on 12 January, we mark the 50th anniversary of the death of Agatha Christie (1890-1976). The mysteries from the pen of the unparalleled “Queen of Crime” have enthralled readers across generations. Even five decades after her passing,

The 21st century has ushered in an exceptionally visible and accomplished new generation of classical musicians. Born in the 2000s, these eight performers have already proven their mettle, winning major international competitions, signing with top global labels, and appearing with

Symphonic composers usually undergo a striking creative evolution between the first and last works they write in the genre. Their first symphonies are often youthful or rooted in tradition, while their final symphonies often look to the future and exemplify