Music Composition

Joseph Bertolozzi composed music for a bridge. Since the life performance would be too expensive, visitors can listen to it via a soundboard on the Mid-Hudson Bridge.

Aug 6, 2009 - Josefine Köhn-Haskins

Of all the works by American composer David Diamond (1915-2005), his sunny string piece may be his most beloved.

Jul 20, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

It will be 20 years ago in September that Virgil Thomson died at age 92, leaving behind plenty of scores that typify Americana, his first symphony among them.

Jun 26, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

While the allure of serialism intoxicated many a composer by the late 1940s, a former church organist stuck to his tonal guns, creating one delightful work after another.

Jun 24, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

In the pantheon of American ballet music, it's a shame that "Capital of the World" by George Antheil isn't discussed more often. It remains one of his masterpieces.

May 27, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

Aside from the Three Colours trilogy, Preisner, a relatively unknown composer, creates a score for this magical Hodgson Burnett adaptation that uplifts the listener.

Apr 13, 2009 - James Clark

Drenched in melancholy and bitterness, Sondheim's lyrics transcend the limits of the stage to the excesses of the big screen in Tim Burton's sumptuous new adaptation.

Apr 2, 2009 - James Clark

Of the most famous 20th century composers, John Cage is perhaps the most controversial. That reputation stands and falls by his 'silent piece', 4'33".

Sep 16, 2008 - Chris Woolfrey

Puccini was a composer internationally recognised as enduringly popular. In Tuscany, an annual festival is held in his honour.

Dec 18, 2007 - Jo Murphy

Songwriters always talk about the bridge of the song but what is a bridge?

Apr 5, 2007 - Yogesh Bakshi

Always wanted to write a hit pop song about that nasty breakup that you had? It's easier than you'd think. The secrets are there for the taking. Read on..

Apr 2, 2007 - Yogesh Bakshi