When we think of classical composers, we often think of stiff middle-aged men wearing white wigs. But a surprising number of masterpieces were actually written by teenagers. Whether fueled by youthful sincerity, driving ambition, the desire to show off their

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is one of the greatest composers to have ever lived. He wrote 41 symphonies between the ages of eight and 32. They showcase his remarkable creative journey from prodigy to master musician. Today, Mozart’s symphonies remain some

Every December, churches and concert halls the world over present programs of classical music associated with Christmas. Today, we’re wondering: what is the most Christmas-y piece ever written by each of the great composers? In this list, we look at

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If one thinks of Christmas music, it often is from the 1940s-50s movie soundtracks which have now become festive classics, or through the many pop standards that have made the cut, and delight — or not — our ears each

One of the wonderful parts of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s ballet The Nutcracker is the divertissements set in the Kingdom of Sweets. First, we have the Spanish Dance, setting us up for that wonderful drink from South America, Chocolate. Even the

Ludwig van Beethoven is famous for composing deeply emotional music. After all, the nickname of one of his most famous melodies is “Ode to Joy.” But which of his works are sad? And which of those are the saddest? Today,