What I’m Reading – Classical Music In America

Classical Music in America: A History of Its Rise and Fall by Joseph HorowitzML200 .H797 2005 This controversial tome peaked my interest after hearing it mentioned at conferences, in journal articles, and even the Chronicle of Higher Education. A few quotations will give you the gist of the book: “Compared to classical music in its . . .Continue reading What I’m Reading – Classical Music In America

What I’m Listening To – The Celtic Album with the Boston Pops Orchestra

In a search for Scottish themed music, I came across The Celtic Album with the Boston Pops Orchestra, directed by Keith Lockhart. Included are several pieces written for orchestra with Scottish and Irish themes, and several arrangments featuring Celtic musicians. This can be found in the music library – MCD1246. We have several recordings of . . .Continue reading What I’m Listening To – The Celtic Album with the Boston Pops Orchestra