Andrew Benson Brown
Andrew Benson Brown is a Missouri-based poet, journalist, and writing coach. He is an editor at Bard Owl Publishing and Communications and the author of “Legends of Liberty,” an epic poem about the American Revolution. For more information, visit Apollogist.wordpress.com.
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The Mighty Five and the Birth of Russian Music
How did the soulful character of Russian music, distinguishable from other European nations, evolve?
The Pianist and the Soviet State: Sviatoslav Richter
Considered one of the greatest pianists of all time, Sviatoslav Richter managed to avoid Soviet persecution despite performing some daring pieces.
The First Pop Stars: Bel Canto Divas
Opera divas who brought the dramatic works to the masses.
Did AI Successfully Finish Schubert’s ‘Unfinished Symphony’?
Franz Schubert’s Symphony No. 8 makes its mark with only two completed movements, but attempts have been made to write a final movement.
The Mystery and Wonder of Cremona’s Violins
The secrets of traditional violin-making by Cremona luthiers are slowly being revealed.
Bach: The Most Prolific Name in Music
The Bach musical dynasty leaves a lasting legacy.
The Court of Burgundy: Conquerors and Musicians
The Dukes of Burgundy, as patrons of Renaissance music, left a lasting legacy.
The English Quality of John Dunstable
His ‘English countenance’ led to the development of 15th-century polyphony of rich, full harmonies.
The Greatest Castrato: Farinelli
The life of arguably the world’s greatest opera singer is one of legendary success, tempered by questions of free choice.
The Father of German Music: Heinrich Schütz
A German composer inspired Bach and bridged the gap between Renaissance and Baroque music. That man was Heinrich Schütz.
