Classical Music on 5mbs
Classical music generally refers to the formal musical tradition of the Western world, considered to be distinct from Western folk music or popular music traditions. It is sometimes distinguished as Western classical music, as the term “classical music” may also refer to non-Western traditions which exhibit similar formal qualities.
In addition to formality, classical music is often characterized by complexity in its musical form and harmonic organization, particularly with the use of polyphony.
Here at Radio 5mbs, our passionate presenters curate many programs each month, each one sampling a cross section of classical music, or focussing on a particular genre, composer, instrument, or theme.
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New Release
Schumann Cello
This new release on the Move label and supplied to us by Move Records, is titled ‘Schumann Cello, featuring cellist Zoe Knighton and pianist Amir Farid, and includes a collection of short works by Clara and Robert Schumann.
Clara and Robert Schumann were the most celebrated music couple of the 19th century. They met as children when Robert was having piano lessons with Clara’s father, Friedrich Wieck.
This month's OPERA
Opera on Wednesdays at 8, coordinated by Glen Quick.
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Classical Articles
Great Musical Patrons 3 – Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge
Elizabeth Penn Sprague was born in Chicago in 1864. Her father was a wealthy owner
August 13, 2022
Great Musical Patrons – 2
When Paul Sacher died aged 93 in 1999, he was the third richest man in
August 2, 2022
GREAT MUSICAL PATRONS 1 – Winnaretta Singer aka Princess Edmond de Polignac
Born in 1865, Winnaretta Singer was the 20th of 24 children by five wives of
July 10, 2022
Culture; Literature Music and Art of the Belle Epoque Period in France and Europe
Article written by Ed Zeidan The Belle Epoque was a period in Paris from roughly
May 27, 2022
Classical Podcast Episodes
CLASSICAL – In the Spotlight ~ Yeol Eum Son at 7pm Tuesday 09 August 2022
CLASSICAL – Australian Musicians ~ Brew Guitar Duo at 6pm Tuesday 09 August 2022
CLASSICAL – In the Spotlight ~ the Symphonies of Franz BECK at 7pm Monday 08 August 2022
CLASSICAL – Local Concert ~ Elder Conservatorium Chorale at 6pm Monday 08 August 2022
Classical Presenters
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