Search results for: “United States of America”

  • Louis Moreau Gottschalk

    Louis Moreau Gottschalk

    …any wrongdoing, the scandal tarnished Gottschalk’s reputation, and he never returned to the United States. Choosing South America as his new home, Gottschalk continued to perform frequently. His concerts were…

  • Terms and Conditions

    …that is subject to the United States government embargo, or that has been designated by the United States government as a “terrorist supporting” country, and (ii) You are not listed…

  • Aaron Copland

    Aaron Copland

    …American student of the brilliant music teacher Nadia Boulanger, a woman who significantly impacted an entire generation of American musicians. Boulanger’s eclectic approach to music broadened Copland’s musical taste and…

  • America’s First Orchestra

    America’s First Orchestra

    …first symphony orchestra in the United States. It was 1842. John Tyler was the president. The initial discovery of gold in California had just been documented earlier in the year….

  • Liberty Fanfare – John Williams, Performed by The United States Army Field Band

    Liberty Fanfare – John Williams, Performed by The United States Army Field Band

    The United States Army Field Band performs John Williams’ Liberty Fanfare live, conducted by Lt. Col. Domingos Robinson. This piece was written for the Centennial of the Statue of Liberty…

  • Fritz Kreisler

    Fritz Kreisler

    …tour of the United States. His performances, characterized by his trademark tone and expressive phrasing, garnered rave reviews. However, upon his return to Vienna, Kreisler faced a professional setback when…

  • Percy Grainger

    Percy Grainger

    …incorporating them into his compositions. In 1914, Grainger settled in the United States and became an American citizen in 1918. He continued to compose, perform, and conduct throughout his life,…

  • George Gershwin

    George Gershwin

    George Gershwin stands as an iconic figure in the annals of American music. The mastermind behind some of the most celebrated compositions of the 20th century, Gershwin’s influence spans across…

  • Samuel Barber

    Samuel Barber

    Samuel Barber, one of the most significant composers to emerge from 20th-century America, is celebrated for his neo-romantic style laden with lyrical melodies and poignant harmonies. His compositions, often inspired…

  • Full Performance of Handel’s Messiah – American Bach Soloists

    Full Performance of Handel’s Messiah – American Bach Soloists

    Enjoy Handel’s Messiah in Grace Cathedral with the American Bach Soloists and American Bach Choir. Conducted by Jeffrey Thomas, this performance features talented soloists Mary Wilson, Eric Jurenas, Kyle Stegall,…

  • Paul Simon’s American Tune, Based on Bach Cantata

    Paul Simon’s American Tune, Based on Bach Cantata

    Paul Simon’s 1973 recording “American Tune” is based on Bach’s 1734 chorale….

  • Gershwin – An American in Paris

    Gershwin – An American in Paris

    Gershwin’s “An American in Paris” performed by hr-Sinfonieorchester conducted by Andrés Orozco-Estrada at Alte Oper Frankfurt on September 13, 2019….