The Argentine pianist Martha Argerich, born on June 5, 1941, in Buenos Aires, has always combined fiery virtuosity with an acutely poetic lyricism. She made her debut performance at the age of eight and gained her first international recognition at

On 5 June, we celebrate the birthday of Federico García Lorca (1898-1936), the fiery Spanish poet, playwright, and theatre director whose vibrant works pulse with passion, folklore, and the soul of Andalusia. Lorca’s writing blended surrealism, symbolism, and social commentary,

Cecilia Bartoli, born 4 June 1966 in Rome, Italy, is one of the most celebrated mezzo-sopranos of our time. Renowned for her electrifying performances and unparalleled vocal agility, her voice combines rich warmth, technical precision, and an extraordinary expressive range.

While it’s normal to be nervous before an important concert, there are techniques you can use to ensure that butterflies don’t interfere with giving the expressive performance of which you are truly capable. Read on for strategies to stay calm

The friendship of Frédéric Chopin and Tytus Woyciechowski has been a source of fascination for generations. Despite rarely meeting, these two men shared a deep and unique emotional intimacy. Chopin’s letters to Woyciechowski are so passionate, and his devotion to

Be forewarned: Three is an excellent score Recently, I heard a superb premiere of music by an 87-year-old composer. I wondered how many composers in their 80s have maintained similar creativity. To my surprise—and delight, as I’m in my 70s—I

Denis Bédard (b. 1950) is a Canadian organist, pedagogue, and composer celebrated for his prolific output of organ and choral music. Born in Québec, Bédard was educated at the Conservatoire de musique de Québec, where he graduated with premier prix

Imagine being a piano prodigy who became the toast of Paris during the Roaring Twenties. Imagine surviving the Nazi occupation of France. Imagine making your Carnegie Hall debut in your eighties. This is the life that forgotten pianist Youra Guller