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Pharoah Sanders, influential jazz saxophonist, dies at 81

Sanders, who launched his career playing alongside John Coltrane in the 1960s, died in Los Angeles early Saturday.

Stephen RaskauskasJuly 28, 2017

Maestro Muti’s Most Memorable Chicago Moments

Hannah EdgarJuly 28, 2017

10 Composers Who Surprised Us With Their Hidden Talents

Angelica LasalaJuly 27, 2017

This Video Proves It’s Only a Matter of Time Before Robots Can Play Rachmaninoff

Playlist: Wilco Drummer, Classical Composer Glenn Kotche on His Favorite Classical Music

Daniel GoldbergDecember 18, 2019

Composer and percussionist Glenn Kotche is a force in both the classical music and rock worlds: his energetic performance, rhythmic intelligence, and inventive style set him apart.

Playlist: ‘Klavier Self’ a Merry Little Holiday With These Classical Toy Piano Performances

Becky NystedtDecember 17, 2019

It’s that time of year where kids are on their best behavior (gotta be on the "Nice" list!), building gingerbread houses, and making sure to update their holiday lists: paint sets, Legos, and maybe even a toy piano.

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You’re Guaranteed to Get “So Emotional” Watching Whitney Houston Sing With Luciano Pavarotti

Galilee AbdullahJuly 14, 2017

If you get “so emotional” every time you hear Whitney Houston sing, this video may make you reach for the tissues. This video will have you wondering just what Whitney Houston couldn’t do as a singer. She steals the show from opera powerhouse Luciano Pavarotti, and renowned musicians Sting and Elton John in this video of the singers sharing a ...

Do Yourself a Favor and Watch This Charming Video of BJörk Interviewing Composer Arvo Pärt

Galilee AbdullahJuly 13, 2017

Even the biggest Björk fan might not know that she admires Estonian composer Arvo Pärt. However, listening to Pärt’s music, which many describe as “holy minimalism,” and then Björk’s, it’s easy to understand why.

The History of European Music May Owe More to Arab Culture Than We Realize

Angelica LasalaJuly 12, 2017

Ever since the Middle Ages, musicians in Europe eagerly adopted musical traditions from around the world, from as far as the Indian subcontinent to the shores of Northern Africa.

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