In the mid-2000s, I was approached by a tech entrepreneur who was a fan of classical music and had a foundation that supported many classical artists. He had contacted me because of articles I had ...

Close your eyes for a moment and think about the most memorable movie scenes you've ever watched. Chances are, you're not ...

Julian Bream’s 1957 rendition of Weiss’ Tombeau Sur la Mort left a lifelong impression on me. As a ten-year-old, it ignited a passion for music and inspired me to pick up the guitar. In my formative ...

This is probably the most obvious example of The Beatles being inspired by classical music on this list. This 1966 song from Revolver has a very classical feel, and it was directly inspired by Antonio ...

An elegant streaming service for a more civilized age. Image: Public domain/D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac Apple Music Classical is a new app for iPhone specifically designed as a great experience for ...

Ars Poetica’s emphasis is on storytelling through music, and the concert program they will present in Newport is a great ...

The first thing to know about "Black Keys: The Evolution of the Black Classical Arts" is that the concert is sold out. That happened more than a month ago, leaving only the slim hope of a wait list ...

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It’s no secret that January and February are the slowest months for the entertainment industry. Between weather, post-holiday blues and lethargy people have plenty of reasons to stay home. In January ...