Although he was likely not the very first bass soloist, Dragonetti is widely known as the first bass soloist in the class of musician one would call “virtuoso.”
In the 19th century, it took rare determination for a woman to attempt a career as a cellist. No one could’ve been more determined than Cristiani.
The Hungarian-British violinists Jelly d’Arányi and Adila Fachiri represent a crucial link in the history of violin performance.
Enescu, for all his considerable gifts, has been a stubbornly neglected figure.
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1963 saw the formation of the first integrated string quartet in the South, performing in white, Black, and newly integrated schools across Nashville during a pivotal time in the city’s history.
The city is a melting pot of traditions, ethnicities, and languages, and is a thriving hub for artists and musicians.
Prague has a broad appeal. But to truly appreciate this city and its legacy of music and art, don’t confine your visit to the touristy center.
A vibrant hub for art, ideas, and innovation since the time of Jefferson, the city continues to blend its rich history with a forward-thinking energy that inspires musicians and audiences alike.
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For more than a century, "the Queen City" has been a haven for players and lovers of string music.
The Carnegie Hall Weill Music Institute (WMI) is sponsoring concerts that aim to combine mindfulness, meditation, and live performance into hour-long experiences.
Music therapists design sessions to help their clients that utilize music improvisation, receptive music listening, song writing, music performance, and other activities.
Avsharian donned an electrode cap in an effort to study the effects of music on brain activity during performance.
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'The Art of Violin Playing' was meant for students and teachers seeking to refine their technique, deepen their understanding of violin pedagogy, and improve their instructional practices.
Millions of young people from New York and around the world have fallen (and still fall) under the spell of these beloved events.
Several origin stories mixed with lore have emerged ever since Gershwin's epochal work became an instant sensation in 1924.
Harrison was about to make history with the first outdoor BBC broadcast. But would her costar—the nightingale—appear?
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