The Pianist

article explores of 3 important women composers who had close connections with Chopin during his life and provides an interesting discussion of their interactions and influences with Chopin. The first woman is Maria Szymanowska, a virtuosic concert pianist and composer. Evidence points out that Chopin had access to Maria’s music, and her compositional technique and musical genres were considered influential to Chopin. For…

In 1963 Ian Stewart was dismissed from the lineup and became the road manager and continued to be the pianist up until he sadly died in 1985 of a heart attack. He is often overlooked when people discuss the Rolling Stones now a days. He’s often referred to now as “The Forgotten Stone” because he was mostly behind the scenes. June 7th 1963 the band releases…

In a study led by Ana Pinho, a neuroscientist at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, showed that pianists "with longer experience in improvising music had better and more targeted activity in the regions of the brain associated with creativity and the ability to transfer working memory to long-term memory" (Pinho). In a short video by Anita Collins entitled…

of lessons and study he would be a well-known pianist. While studying with Wieck, Schumann injured his right hand permanently. It is said that the injuries occurred from the use of a device created to strengthen and stretch the weakest fingers. Some other accusations say it was just a result of syphilis medication. Even though the actual cause of Schumann’ s injury is vague, its accurate that it ended his aspirations to have a career as a concert pianist. He then devoted himself to composition.…

Gamelan Music (Gam-a-lawn) is the traditional ensemble music of the islands of Java and Bali in Indonesia. These ensembles consist largely of percussive instruments. With different variations of gongs, mallet instruments, and drums, each instrument is struck with a mallet to produce a metallic/percussive sound. Each Gamelan Ensemble has a different style and can incorporate different percussive instruments, string instruments, and voice. This gives each Gamelan a unique texture. Gamelans…

“A bum is a bum wherever he goes.”Joey steals the opening scene with his macho man appeal, as he is arrested for buying a drink for the major`s underage daughter. This scene depicts Joey`s identity, a charismatic womanizer who uses his lure to achieve his desires. Being forced to depart, Joey arrives to San Francisco. Pal Joey depicts the journey of a man who will do anything to achieve his dream. This musical film directed by George Sydney was like no other, utilizing their outstanding choice…

Development of Beethoven’s Compositions though his Piano Sonatas The Flemish Pianist and Composer, Ludwig Van Beethoven (Dec.16, 1770- March.26, 1827) is perhaps regarded as the greatest composers who have ever lived. He is considered the transitional composer from Classical to Romantic period. Beethoven’s innovation’s through his lifetime has impacted the classical music remarkably. His genius can be traced down through all his compositions. Unlike Mozart and Haydn, Beethoven’s keyboard…

There has never been anyone like Art Tatum, who is one of the greatest jazz musicians in history. Tatum was born on October 13, 1909, in Toledo, Ohio, and he was the child of amateur musicians. His father was a mechanic, and his mother was a housemaid who worked in white homes. Although he was not born into a wealthy family, his unique talents helped propel him into the spotlight. If anything, Tatum proved that it was not impossible to become a world-class extraordinaire despite growing up with…

As I am watching piano recitals played by different performances, I realize that each person has his or her own strength, and they also have many characteristics in common at the same time, such as concentration, professionalism of performance and so on. After I watched all five piano recitals, I know that it is important for a piano beginner to learn their skills, body movements and emotions. In the Bach's Italian Concerto, BWV 971 played by Andras Schiff, there are three movements with…

The Mighty Valkyries by Jared Seman and directed by Dennis G.W. Millegan, was performed on Friday April 1st at The Pocket Sandwich Theater. The Mighty Valkyries, set in the streets, buildings, and rooftops of present day Townopolis, USA is about three female super heroines, Tech Girl, Ninjenna, Annazon, and Serenity. The four girls are responsible for saving Townopolis from the evil Mistress Nightshade. Mistress Nightshade is trying to enslave and take away the citizens’ of Townopolis free will…