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10/24/2024

Take a Moment for a bit of Music that Matters.

A smile on everyone's face...

Clayton Stephenson plays 'Tea for Two.' A delight.

Pianist Clayton Stephenson gives an exclusive performance of Art Tatum's (arrangement of) Tea for Two in the Olivier Music Barn at Tippet Rise Art Center in ...

10/23/2024

🎶 Attention High School Band Directors! 🎶

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10/03/2024

The key signature has 6 flats.
Violin player: "That's 8 flats too many."

09/26/2024

Discover the profound connection between music and human emotions with our new series at Drop the Needle: Music that Matters. We’re exploring the intricate landscape of emotions through carefully curated pieces, each representing a specific emotion inspired by Plutchik's Wheel of Emotions. From the exuberance of Vivaldi's "Spring" to the haunting depths of Górecki's "Symphony of Sorrowful Songs," each composition takes you on a unique journey into our own feelings.

Join us as we delve into how composers across different periods express these emotions through their art, helping you engage with music in a whole new way. Subscribe to get the full experience: https://droptheneedle.substack.com/

08/28/2024

Unlock a deeper understanding of 12-tone serialism with our exclusive bonus issue, available only for paid subscribers. Delve into the groundbreaking works of Milton Babbitt and Arnold Schoenberg, where music meets innovation in the most democratic harmony. Subscribe now to Drop the Needle: Music that Matters and explore the full article, featuring in-depth analysis and curated performances. 🎶🔓

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Available tomorrow, August 29th, 2024.

08/21/2024

The hardest-working man in symphonic minimalism used to install toilets.

I praise his work as a composer—but also as plumber, taxi driver, steel mill worker, and in other trades

08/21/2024

Art does not apologize.

400: Born Cancelled with Sabin Howard
Tuesday, August 20, 2024

08/06/2024

🎶 Dive into the Symphony: A Journey Through Time 🎶

"Art is not what you see, but what you make others see." — Edgar Degas

Join us for the latest issue of Drop the Needle: Evolution of the Symphony. Explore the vibrant and dynamic world of modern music with Stravinsky, Adams, and Higdon. This issue delves into the transformative symphonies of the 20th and 21st centuries, reflecting on the geographic and emotional journeys of these iconic composers.

🗓️ Available tomorrow, August 7th, 2024
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Enjoy curated performances through our Grand Unified Spotify Playlist, seamlessly integrated for your listening pleasure. Let the music transport you as you work, study, or relax.

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07/19/2024

🚨 New Issue Alert! 🚨

Dive into the evolution of the symphony with our latest issue of Drop the Needle: Music that Matters! 🎶 This month, we explore the groundbreaking works of Stravinsky, Adams, and Higdon, charting the symphony's journey through the 20th and 21st centuries.

🗓️ Available August 7th, 2024!

✨ Paid subscribers have already received a prologue issue packed with bonus content. Don't miss out on exclusive insights and early access to future issues!

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07/16/2024

Sound... as a symphony of your surroundings... that you can't see because you're blind. Very inspiring!!!

Ben Wolin and Michael Minahan’s documentary short follows Daniel Kish, who uses clicks and echos to listen his way through the world. The story behind the…

07/11/2024

🎶 **Experience Borodin’s “Polovtsian Dances”** 🎶

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Alexander Borodin, a key figure in Russian classical music and member of "The Mighty Handful." His “Polovtsian Dances” from *Prince Igor* are celebrated for their exotic harmonies and infectious rhythms, reflecting Borodin’s genius in melding Eastern and Western musical traditions. This special performance by a children's choir adds an ethereal and captivating layer to the piece. Discover why Borodin’s work remains influential and beloved today.

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Watch here: [Borodin's "Polovtsian Dances"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jml39FZ4yns)

07/10/2024

📢 Hear from an amazing entrepreneur this Wednesday at 1 Million Cups! Join us at 9 a.m. at Line Creek Bus Barn, Fayetteville. Learn more:

Find out the date, time and location for upcoming 1MC events, and learn how you can join other entrepreneurs and their supporters.