What is Sonata Allegro Form?
How does a composer write a symphony? Chances are, the first and last movements are in Sonata-Allegro form. So….what the heck does that mean? Find out in this video!
5 Favorite Things with Dominic Cheli
Pianist Dominic Cheli joins me for our first “5 Favorite Things” of 2021!
Beethoven Being Brilliant
What does composing sound like? Here are my ideas about a few spots where Beethoven gives us a glimpse into his process.
Ep 34 MVPs of Orchestral Music
Visit with a few Most Valuable Players in three great orchestral works.
Ep 33 Too Many Movies about Beethoven
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.
Ep 32 Opera in 3 Minutes: The Elixir of Love
Get the readers digest version of the plot of Donizetti’s “The Elixir of Love.”
Prokofiev: American Overture
New York City inspires a chamber orchestra overture from Prokofiev.
Ep 31 Drunk w/ Classical Music
Overindulge in these examples of tipsy moments in classical music.
Ep 30 Story Time with Bruce
“A Night at the Opera.” Belgium’s revolution gets a boost from a politically charged performance
Stravinsky: Dumbarton Oaks
One of those gems that we don’t get to hear in the full orchestra programs.
Ep 29 Classical Music Branding: Composer’s Photos
A look at one tree in the forest of classical music branding