Classical Music Topics

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Let’s Talk …Scottish Music 

Do you know your Reel from your Strathspey? What is a Pibroch? Can ye sing a Bothy Ballad? Dinnae fash yersel..Ivy will tak ye throu the bonnie banks of Scottish music and instruments.

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Let's Talk….Baroque Music 

What is Baroque music and who are the real winners? The catchy Italian melodies or the academic German tunes? This is a light-hearted approach to discovering more about instrumental Baroque Music and casting your vote.

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Let’s Talk….A love Affair with French Piano Music 

So many pieces, so little time. French piano music is sublime but what pieces and composers should you consider to begin this lifelong amour? This introduction to French piano music will equip you with the tools to begin your journey.

 

Let's Talk…….How to follow a score?

What is the mystery of reading a music score? As a listener, a performer, a conductor? Why does the conductor throw his/her arms about? Now is the time to unlock the secrets of the printed music. This fun practical talk will guide you through basic score reading techniques and prepare you for your role with the Berlin Philharmonic!

 

Let’s Talk…New Kids on the Block  

The new Italian kids Ludovico Einaudi (Black Swan trailer/Le Onde) and Ennio Morricone (The Good the Bad and Ugly/The Mission) have shaken and divided the world of classical music. What are their influences? What are their dreams and aspirations for music today? Have they earned their place in the world of Classical Music? 

 

Let’s Talk …….British Composers 

The Land of Hope and Glory really has produced many outstanding composers. Benjamin Britten, Edward Elgar and Ralph Vaughan Williams but to name a few, were all influenced by the British Shores.  Let me share my desert island discs of British music.

 

Lets Talk …..Spanish Music 

The fiery gypsy rhythms and gentle folk tones of Spanish music are familiar to many but how does Spanish Music hold its own in the world of classical music. How did it evolve and what of the future? 

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Let’s Talk…..Edvard Grieg: Melodies Inspired by his beloved Norway.

A leading Romantic era composer, Grieg’s music is delightful, charming with yearnings of Norwegian landscapes and traditions. Join me in celebrating the life and works of Edvard Greig

 

Let’s Talk….Music with Fire: Music of the Caribbean & Latin America

Do you know your Salsa from your Samba? Does the Tango make you tingle? ..and the Merengue make you melt? Join me as we Rumba through music of Latin America.