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Classical Basics

Where do you start in classical music? With this collection of suggestions for the basics.

Five great string quartets to accompany a wedding

Five great string quartets to accompany a wedding

String quartets bring vitality, warmth and intimacy to any wedding ceremony. With so much music available, however, it can be daunting to know where to begin. Here are a few highlights that go beyond the standard wedding fare and can help jump-start the process.

How classical music can help you study

How classical music can help you study

Learn how classical music can help you focus, powering through your next late-night study session. Read on to harness the power of music as a study tool!

Is the cello the best instrument ever?

Is the cello the best instrument ever?

Is the cello the best instrument ever? With its rich, mellow tone and highly expressive nature, it is considered the closest instrument to the human voice. Listen for yourself!

Light a candle for Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony on its 200th anniversary
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How to start listening to classical music

How to start listening to classical music

Discover the world of classical music with YourClassical's guide for new listeners. Start your musical journey today and immerse yourself in classical pieces.

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YourClassical's favorite classical music albums for new listeners
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Is the trumpet the best instrument ever?

Is the trumpet the best instrument ever?

Is the trumpet the best instrument ever? With its clear and bracing tone, it’s able to issue a clarion call or ceremonial fanfare. Here are some notable works that showcase the instrument, known as the soprano voice of the brass section.

Best classical music for studying to help you stay focused
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Are the timpani the best instruments ever?

Are the timpani the best instruments ever?

Timpani, also called kettledrums, are distinctive among percussion instruments in their ability to sound different (and even play a kind of melody) depending on how they are tuned. Find out more!

Is the oboe the best instrument ever?

Is the oboe the best instrument ever?

Is the oboe the best instrument ever? Let’s examine how the distinctive sound of this plaintive, double-reed woodwind has shaped both classical and popular music.

About Classical Basics

Where do you start in classical music? With this collection of suggestions for the basics.

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