Maestro Moment

What does composing sound like? Here are my ideas about a few spots where Beethoven gives us a glimpse into his process.

Visit with a few Most Valuable Players in three great orchestral works.

If you wanna watch a movie about Ludwig….where to start? I give you the lowdown on 4 of the best movies about the master.

Get the readers digest version of the plot of Donizetti’s “The Elixir of Love.”

Overindulge in these examples of tipsy moments in classical music.

“A Night at the Opera.” Belgium’s revolution gets a boost from a politically charged performance

A look at one tree in the forest of classical music branding

You’ve told me your favorites, so let’s hear them now!

Following up on last week’s “Favorites,” here’s a few that maybe could be quasi-retired for a few years.

It’s the beginning of a Holiday Week! Celebrate with some music.