I have always loved chamber music because it resembles a civilized conversation between different points of view. Of course, the conservation can get heated and disagreeable, but there is great respect among all members, and it’s not like any of

The oboe is the first of the double-reed instruments. Unlike the clarinet, which holds a single reed against a hard mouthpiece, the double-reed instruments bind two curved reeds together as the mouthpiece. This gives a very different sound than that

Deeply grounded in the entire spectrum of Chinese heritage—including folk, philosophical, and spiritual ideals—contemporary Chinese composers eagerly encode their experiences and convictions in music. Embracing musical diversity alongside a deep reverence for cultural traditions and a youthful exuberance for progress

When it comes to the intersection of gender and musical instruments, the harp is often discussed. For a variety of reasons, many of the greatest harpists in history have been women. We even wrote an article about why male harpists

Winter thaw giving way to the gentle warmth of spring is the perfect time to explore the sunnier side of classical music. Here are twenty classical pieces that capture the essence of the season. They’re guaranteed to add a spring

This is one instrument where we will ignore the ancient history. Yes, there were single-reed instruments in the ancient world and there was a Baroque single-reed instrument called the chalumeau that had been based on a recorder model. For the

Johann Sebastian Bach was born in present-day Germany in 1685. Before we dive into his music, here are a few things you should know about him first: Music was Bach’s family business. Almost every man in his family was a

Piano music for the new season Welcome the arrival of spring with this selection of atmospheric piano pieces inspired by or evocative of springtime. Christian Sinding: Rustle of Spring No playlist of piano music for Spring would be without this