Andrew Benson Brown
Author
Andrew Benson Brown is the Outreach Director for the Society of Classical Poets and the author of “Legends of Liberty,” an epic poem about the American Revolution.
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Scientists Confirming Ancient Revelations of a Musical Divine Order
Pythagoras and Johannes Kepler found patterns and repetitions in seemingly random events.
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The Plot to Overthrow George Washington
The ‘Conway Cabal’ was an underhanded attempt to discredit and disempower the man who became the first president of the United States.
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New Year’s Resolutions From the Great Composers
These composers remind us that greatness is built as much on character, discipline, and perseverance as it is on genius.
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Marianna von Martines: Vienna’s Brightest Voice
The little-known female composer is now celebrated for her grand motet ‘Dixit Dominus.’
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Clara Barton, Angel of Missing Soldiers
This Civil War nurse devoted her life to taking care of injured soldiers, disaster victims, and those left behind in tragedy.
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Building Hope: The Ohio Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Orphans’ Home
What started as a place to house children displaced by the Civil War became a legacy of hope for many who walked through its doors.
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Vivaldi’s Women: How a Venetian Orphanage Found Its Voice
The all-female ensemble mentored by the Antonio Vivaldi enjoys a revived interest today.
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Johann Strauss II at 200
On what would be the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss II, take a moment to celebrate his contributions to the world of music and dance.
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On Track with Owney: A Dog’s Postal Odyssey
The U.S. Railway Mail Service’s furry mascot traveled the world and then some.
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Long Lives, Late Styles: 5 Composers Who Never Retired
These classical composers had plenty of creative steam well into their old age, providing generations with music that’s still popular today.
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Scientists Confirming Ancient Revelations of a Musical Divine Order
Pythagoras and Johannes Kepler found patterns and repetitions in seemingly random events.
|
The Plot to Overthrow George Washington
The ‘Conway Cabal’ was an underhanded attempt to discredit and disempower the man who became the first president of the United States.
|
New Year’s Resolutions From the Great Composers
These composers remind us that greatness is built as much on character, discipline, and perseverance as it is on genius.
|
Marianna von Martines: Vienna’s Brightest Voice
The little-known female composer is now celebrated for her grand motet ‘Dixit Dominus.’
|
Clara Barton, Angel of Missing Soldiers
This Civil War nurse devoted her life to taking care of injured soldiers, disaster victims, and those left behind in tragedy.
|
Building Hope: The Ohio Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Orphans’ Home
What started as a place to house children displaced by the Civil War became a legacy of hope for many who walked through its doors.
|
Vivaldi’s Women: How a Venetian Orphanage Found Its Voice
The all-female ensemble mentored by the Antonio Vivaldi enjoys a revived interest today.
|
Johann Strauss II at 200
On what would be the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss II, take a moment to celebrate his contributions to the world of music and dance.
|
On Track with Owney: A Dog’s Postal Odyssey
The U.S. Railway Mail Service’s furry mascot traveled the world and then some.
|
Long Lives, Late Styles: 5 Composers Who Never Retired
These classical composers had plenty of creative steam well into their old age, providing generations with music that’s still popular today.
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