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Expand your horizons with a collection of classical content that’s good to know.

10 contemporary women composers to add to your music rotation
National Museum of African American Music includes classical in its musical history tour
Scholar Philip Ewell aims to bring light to "the dark room" of classical music
Celebrate the winter solstice with these 6 classical works
Why do we think classical music is so romantic?
Why is American classical music so white?

Why is American classical music so white?

Early American composers could have shaken off their European sound and mined the rich trove of African American music. They didn't. And one historian believes we're worse off because of it.

10 film composers you should know -- besides John Williams

10 film composers you should know -- besides John Williams

When you hear the term 'film score,' perhaps the themes from your favorite movie come to mind -- the suspenseful bass melody from 'Jaws' or the magical 'Hedwig's Theme' from 'Harry Potter,' both by John Williams. But here are other film composers you might not know as well.

Concert Band 101: An introduction to wind ensembles

Concert Band 101: An introduction to wind ensembles

The concert band is an ensemble that goes by many names: wind ensemble, wind symphony, wind band, wind orchestra, symphonic band — or just plain "band." But what exactly is a concert band?

Nine classical performances that celebrate Black history
Does music have healing power? Music therapy grows in patient care

Does music have healing power? Music therapy grows in patient care

Music therapy is a growing discipline that centers on the use of music, scientific research and clinical experience by a certified therapist to help achieve a nonmusical outcome. Twin Cities music therapists offer insights into the importance of music therapy as a way to treat people of all ages and conditions.

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