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Beethoven Symphony No. 9 with Chorale
…to the scientifically correct tuning of C=256 Hz, rejecting the prevalent A=440 or higher tuning. Despite limited musical education, the passionate young performers demonstrate remarkable achievement in this studio recording….
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Mon Coeur S’Ouvre À Ta Voix from Camille Saint-Saëns Samson and Delilah
…airs it occasionally. Despite some imperfections, this rendition is presented as is, played on a Taylor NS54-ce guitar with D’addario Pro Arte normal tension nylon strings in Drop C# tuning….
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Bach’s Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major on Harp Guitar
…Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington, MA on 8/1/87. Tuning was G1-C2-C#2-A1-D2-E2-G2-D3-E3-A3-D4; 0.056 gauge on the 5 harp sub basses, and 0.056, 0.046, 0.036, 0.026, 0.017, 0.013 on the guitar….
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Bach’s Prelude in C Major on Harpsichord
…more in tune than modern equal temperament tuning. However, the instrument sounds more out of tune the further one gets from C major. Kirnberger, a student of Bach’s, wrote out…
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Bach Prelude, BWV 1007 – Performed on Mandoloncello
…that shares the same tuning and notation as the violoncello. While the sound of bowed instruments differs from plectrum played instruments, this variety adds to the enjoyment of the music….
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Niccolò Paganini
…performance. Paganini was an innovator, introducing new methods of fingering and tuning, and making extensive use of harmonics and pizzicato effects. Compositions Paganini’s compositions are revered as some of the…
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How Beethoven Created Incredible Music as a Deaf Composer
…Use your imagination. Imagine the sounds in your head and don’t be afraid to experiment. Find ways to compensate for your disability. Use a metronome, a tuning fork, or other…
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First Classical Concert? What to Know Before You Go
…giving audiences a chance to stretch their legs, use the restroom, or get a drink. The sound of the musicians tuning their instruments after the break is your cue that…
