Anton Arensky - Egyptian Nights suitably exotic

If you only know Arensky through his "Tchaikovsky Variations" or his first Piano Trio, give this a listen. You might be pleasantly surprised.

Ralph Graves 7/13/21 Ralph Graves 7/13/21

Władysław Żeleński Chamber Music - True Polish Treasures

If you enjoy late-Romantic chamber music, you should give this a listen. This is exceptional music by a truly talented composer.

Ralph Graves 7/12/21 Ralph Graves 7/12/21

Theodor von Schacht Symphonies continue to entertain

These symphonies are well-crafted, with some imaginative use of winds and brass. I caught myself humming along more than once.

Ralph Graves 7/9/21 Ralph Graves 7/9/21

#ClassicsaDay #NAFTAclassics 2021 Week 1

As always with this theme, I simply alternated between Canadian, American, and Mexican composers. And the process discovered a lot of great classical music north and south of the border.

Ralph Graves 7/8/21 Ralph Graves 7/8/21

Rediscovered British Clarinet Concertos Deserve a Listen

Peter Cigleris has done a singular service by recording these works. It's not likely I'll ever hear any of them in live performances. And all four are works I've very glad I heard.

Ralph Graves 7/7/21 Ralph Graves 7/7/21

Piano Protagonists - a triumph for Orion Weiss

This is a great opportunity to hear some finely crafted and inspired music and music-making.

Ralph Graves 7/6/21 Ralph Graves 7/6/21

Auber Overtures Volume Four - The Hits Keep Coming

Kudos to Dario Salvi for some innovative programming.

Ralph Graves 7/4/21 Ralph Graves 7/4/21

July 4th Classical Music - Making a Federal Case

Interested in celebrating America's rich classical music heritage this holiday? Here are a few suggestions from the Federalist Era, when America first grew into its own as a new nation.

Ralph Graves 7/2/21 Ralph Graves 7/2/21

#ClassicalSunrise #SchumannsCircle Week 4

The theme for June is Schumann and his circle. During the month, you're encouraged to share works written by Schumann, his friends, his colleagues, his rivals -- and of course, his wife.

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