Tangram is a boundary-pushing ensemble that blends Chinese and Western musical traditions, creating unique interdisciplinary performances. Founded in 2018, Tangram has evolved from a classical music ensemble into a collective that explores Chinese cultures and histories through innovative productions. In
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“Inspiration is an awakening” One of the most important and influential composers in the history of opera, Giacomo Puccini (1858-1924) produced works of emotional depth, melodic beauty, and rich orchestration. Bringing a new level of realism and expressiveness to the
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Michael Daugherty: Fire and Blood In 1933, a set of 27 fresco panels by the Mexican artist Diego Rivera was unveiled at the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA). Rivera (1886–1957) brought the idea of murals to life. His enormous works,
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Discover Graham Hair's fascinating piano works performed by Martin Jones! Listen to 'Snatched Voices,' inspired by a stormy visit to Stonehenge!
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Manuel María Ponce (1882-1948), the leading Mexican musician of his time, was a wonderful pianist who composed a substantial number of piano works. These works combine a profound knowledge of the instrument with his Romantic heritage and nationalist tendencies. Manuel