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By Zachariah Friesen The time is drawing near for students to start applying for fall admission to college. If you're applying right now, this article is just for you! While it may seem like a daunting task at first, there are several things that you can do to make the process easier and find the... Continue Reading →
By Catherine Hua The Romantic period, which took place from 1820 to 1900, was part of the Romantic movement that occured as a reaction to the reason and rationality celebrated during the Enlightenment. The movement induced changes in the art, literature, music, and even politics of the era—feelings, freedom, and emotions were embraced over... Continue Reading →
By Catherine Hua Have you ever read a composer’s name on a music program and realized that you had no clue how to pronounce it, much less know what to expect for his or her music? (Mr. Dvořák, I’m talking about you.) While the pronunciation is simple to learn (it’s DVOR-zhahk by the way), it’s even easier... Continue Reading →
By Catherine Hua The Baroque period, which took place between approximately 1600 and 1750, contrasted with the restraint and rationality of the Renaissance. It is unsurprising that the art and music of that era, most of which were commissioned by the Catholic Church and by royalty, were marked by their emotional intensity, grandiosity, and ornate... Continue Reading →
By Brendan Lai-Tong If you're a music teacher, it's likely that you are on the lookout for the something new to help teach your students more effectively. Whether this is new repertoire, etudes, or method books, it's always nice to branch out to see what else is out there. You'll never know when something new... Continue Reading →
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