Mozart is probably the best known name in classical music, but there might be many things you didn’t know about him—here are ten facts about the great composer that might surprise you. 1.He was a Freemason Mozart was initiated into the Vienna Freemasons in December 1784 and history has him down as mixing with variousContinue reading “10 Things you didn’t know about Mozart”
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What Would Life Be Like Without Music?
Music is the guardian of the heart and the messenger of our feelings. It is impossible to go a day without music! A constant repetition of rhythms and beats that cause someone’s foot to tap or head to shake. It’s a statement that speaks, “Art is timeless.” Music is a safe space to some andContinue reading “What Would Life Be Like Without Music?”
Where Christmas Carols come from? Brief history!
Ho ho ho.. Soon it will be coming that time of a year–a lot of people’s favourite time–Christmas. The houses in your neighbourhood have Christmas lights on, Christmas music has been played non-stop on the radio, and everywhere you go people seem to be so excited (or anxious) about this heartwarming season. When it comesContinue reading “Where Christmas Carols come from? Brief history!”
The Importance of Music in Early Childhood Development
Most preschoolers love listening or singing along to music. Studies show that parents who create a rich musical environment do not only entertain their kids but also help them to develop essential music skills. Music plays a very important part in our culture. When thinking about everyday life, music is present in a variety of socialContinue reading “The Importance of Music in Early Childhood Development”
Why is RCM Grade 5 Theory so important?
In the last few weeks I have repeatedly been asked about the Grade 5 theory exam, so much so that it has inspired me to write this post. I am talking about the RCM (Royal Conservatory of Music) theory exam. The Grade 5 theory exam is significant to pupils because, according to the RCM’s rules,Continue reading “Why is RCM Grade 5 Theory so important?”
Why Music makes you cry?
Ever find yourself moved to tears by music? Mascagni’s “Intermezzo” from Caballeria Rusticana does it for me. How about you? Many types of music can move people to tears; blubbering in the balcony is iconic in opera. The phenomenon of crying sparked by music is an interesting, but little-studied behaviour. According to some studies, whether musicContinue reading “Why Music makes you cry?”
Fun Facts about Beethoven
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) is arguably one of the most well-known composers of all times. From his deafness and notoriously angry look to the movie dog who got his name from howling at the famous first four notes of the Fifth Symphony, Beethoven is still recognizable in today’s culture. His music and life are incrediblyContinue reading “Fun Facts about Beethoven”
Musical Instruments and their Families Series: The Percussion Family
For the last three blogs we have been talking about musical instruments families. This families of instruments are related because they are often made of the same types of materials, look similar to one another, and produce sound in comparable ways. Today will be our last blog on this topic and will be dedicated toContinue reading “Musical Instruments and their Families Series: The Percussion Family”
Musical Instruments and their Families Series: The Brass Family
For the last two blogs we have been talking about musical instruments families. This families of instruments are related because they are often made of the same types of materials, look similar to one another, and produce sound in comparable ways. Today’s blog will be dedicated to The Brass Family: If you think the brassContinue reading “Musical Instruments and their Families Series: The Brass Family”
Musical Instruments and their Families Series: The Woodwind Family
When we talk about musical instruments, we often talk about them as being part of a family. That’s because, just like in human families, the instruments in a particular family are related to each other. They are often made of the same types of materials, usually look similar to one another, and produce sound inContinue reading “Musical Instruments and their Families Series: The Woodwind Family”