Dive into a world of solo and ensemble works. Gain insight into idiomatic writing for different instruments and how to develop melodic ideas effectively.
In his ballet music, ‘Petrushka’, Stravinsky uses Russian folk song in a novel way as well as pioneering a composition ‘film-editing’ technique called ‘montage’…
Debbie Wiseman composed the music for BBC1 series, ‘Dickensian’, where characters from Dickens’ novels are brought together in a London drama.
A lively Latin American dance from Bernstein’s ‘West Side Story’ that captures the energy and character of the Puerto Rican immigrants
Indian classical meets jazz in this inspired piece of fusion music…
J.S Bach’s Brandenburg concertos are regarded as some of the finest Baroque instrumental pieces. Listen here to Concerto no.2 in F major
This well-known theme from multi award-winning film, ‘Schindler’s List’ may be one of the most emotive melodies you’ll hear
‘The Firebird’ ballet music, by Stravinsky was hailed a huge success after its debut performance in 1910. Listen to find out why
One of the quietest and most serene symphonies by Vaughan Williams, though with some dark undertones
This haunting pavane, by French composer, Ravel, was originally written for solo piano. Listen to the masterful orchestration
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