Music
Recollections of Johannes Brahms
Albert Dietrich, the German composer and conductor, was a friend of Johannes Brahms and the first part of this book includes vivid recollect…
Music Depreciation
Join the Frank De Vol Orchestra and the Les Paul Trio in this fascinating Old Time Radio exploration of the world of music. This series delv…
Story-Lives of Great Musicians
Following the plan of his previous volume of Great Authors, the writer has here endeavoured to weave into more or less story form a few of t…
Brian Kay's Secular Christmas
Brian Kay’s Secular Christmas features conductor, broadcaster, and ex-King's Singer Brian Kay as he explores the secular side of Christmas t…
Physiology of the Opera
Trust Scrici for a tell all, no holds barred exposé of the modern opera . . . well, modern as of . . . er . . . say, 1852. (Summary …
The Seven Lively Arts
“... But, beside those great men, there is a certain number of artists who have a distinct faculty of their own by which they convey to us a…
Jazz Today
Episode #85 of Jazz Today was broadcast on August 19, 1958, on KOMO in Seattle. This episode features a variety of jazz performances and dis…
Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Musicians
Elbert Hubbard describes the homes of authors, poets, social reformers and other prestigious people, reflecting on how their surroundings ma…
The Fringe of an Art
A collection of essays on things musical by Vernon Blackburn, including composers, music in different time periods, and modern music. (Summ…
Personal Recollections of Johannes Brahms
George Henschel, a well-known pianist, singer, composer, and conductor was close friends with Johannes Brahms from 1874 to 1897 and he provi…
Charles Dickens and Music
This is a detailed exploration of the references to music in the novels of Dickens: songs, instrumental pieces, performers, composers, and m…
Glenn Gould On The Moog Synthesizer
In this vintage radio show, originally broadcast on CBC AM in November 1968, the brilliant Glenn Gould offers his take on the Moog synthesiz…
Ivor Novello
Ivor Novello was a man of astonishing accomplishments: composer, playwright, actor, film star, producer, and matinee idol. However, it is hi…
Music of a Small Life
Music of a Small Life by Ted Allbeury explores the life of James Arnold Foster through the music that accompanied it. This poignant narrativ…
S. O. C. On The R. C. M. H. Organ
The Sounds of Christmas on the Radio City Music Hall Organ brings a festive atmosphere to your ears. Recorded in 1962, this delightful perfo…
Folk Ballad Collection
Discover the rich tapestry of cultural storytelling in the Folk Ballad Collection, a curated anthology featuring both sung and spoken folk b…
Songs Of The Service
Experience the stirring sounds of the Victor Military Band under the direction of Leonard Joy. This collection features patriotic music from…
The '70s The Hard Years
With the rise of glam rock, country rock, and progressive rock on the white side, and funk and disco on the black side, the blues suddenly s…
Chopin
In this insightful biography, James Huneker delves into the life and artistry of Frédéric Chopin, the renowned Polish composer…
Bing Crosby Rosemary Clooney Show
In this delightful Thanksgiving episode of the Bing Crosby Rosemary Clooney Show, Rosemary Clooney sings, "It's A Most Unusual Day.&quo…