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Sergio Galli began his musical journey in the early 1980s, winning a homegrown contest hosted by a Toronto radio station. “At that time, I didn’t have a band, so I…

Rick Wakeman, renowned for his intricate compositions and distinctive sound while playing with Yes, has always valued individuality in music. Known for crafting both elaborate prog-rock epics and catchy radio-friendly…

Martin Phillipps, renowned as the guitarist and lead singer of the New Zealand rock band The Chills, has passed away at the age of 61. Phillipps died at his home…

Paul McCartney has shared his reflections on John Mayall, whom he describes as a “lovely, down-to-earth man” and a “great” blues pioneer. Mayall, the renowned British blues musician, passed away…

Last Tuesday, Marc Bourgon’s routine drive home took an unexpected twist when he spotted a Peavey bass guitar abandoned in the rain-soaked grass beside a Westboro road. While many might…

A clarinet melody ascends like the sun from shimmering strings. Featuring five of Australia’s most exceptional musicians, this performance showcases both cherished and fresh works from an era of discovery,…

On Monday, July 22, the Nechako Youth Treatment Program received a meaningful gift: four handmade traditional drums. Roland Hillier, a 70-year-old drum maker and member of the UHNBC Drummers Group,…

The 2024 Laudemus Composition Competition in the UK has awarded its top prizes to David Harris and John Sturt. Harris was recognized for his anthem Hail, Gladdening Light, while Sturt…

Renowned German clarinetist Sabine Meyer has announced she will retire from the stage next year. At 65, Meyer rose to prominence when Herbert von Karajan attempted to appoint her to…

Ahmed Al Hashemi, a 14-year-old piano prodigy from the UAE, is making waves in the music world. Mastering pieces from Beethoven to Bach and even composing his own music, Ahmed’s…