H.P.Ibero-American Landscapes: A Premiere during CovidThis past year has been a unique experience for everybody. There have been highs. There have been lows. Many have experienced great sorrow…Apr 30, 2021Apr 30, 2021
H.P.Can music be silent?When you go to a recital what do you expect to hear? My best bet is you go to listen to music!Apr 25, 2021Apr 25, 2021
H.P.New ideas…good or bad?Have you ever clicked on an article to read because of its interesting title? Read a book because of its cover (despite the well known…Apr 17, 20212Apr 17, 20212
H.P.The art of interpreting musicBerlioz’s Symphony Fantastique is an interesting piece to explore. While it does not contain lyrics, Berlioz was very clear that the music…Apr 2, 20211Apr 2, 20211
H.P.The Man Behind the 9th SymphonyYou would be hard pressed to find somebody who has not heard of Beethoven. He is a legend. He is a master. He is THE Beethoven. For many…Mar 19, 20216Mar 19, 20216
H.P.What Secrets does Handel’s Messiah Hold?What makes a musical composition a masterpiece? Is it the innovation? Response from the audience? How many times it is performed?Feb 25, 2021Feb 25, 2021
H.P.Operas … some love them, others hate them.It may be hard to imagine now but, in the 16th, 17th and even 18th century operas were the entertainment highlights. People loved them…Feb 13, 20211Feb 13, 20211
H.P.The Performance that Saved Natalia’s LifeThere is a moment that defines every musician’s career. More often than not that is their premiere. That moment when they are heard, never…Jan 30, 20215Jan 30, 20215
H.P.How silence taught me to love music.I came to love music on a whole new level after a performance that was followed by silence.Jan 21, 20211Jan 21, 20211
