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Deutsche Grammophon (DG) has announced the release of a new recording featuring Julian Lawrence Gargiulo’s Sonata No. 4 for Violin and Piano, titled “From the Window.” This recording, performed by…

The German Record Critics’ Awards (PdSK) for the third quarter of 2024 have been announced, with violinists among the standout winners. The awards are decided by 156 critics organized into…

Skipton Music has unveiled an exciting new six-concert series, showcasing performances from internationally acclaimed musicians and ensembles. The series will begin on September 24 with a piano recital by Jeneba…

Each summer, hundreds of college-aged musicians dedicate countless hours—and their own money—to one pursuit: winning the drum corps world championship. On the field, the 159 members of the Bluecoats Drum…

Mike Portnoy recently shared his thoughts on the changes he’s noticed while playing with Dream Theater again after a 13-year hiatus. In an interview, Portnoy was asked how performing and…

Fender has partnered with online gear retailer Reverb to offer officially certified second-hand acoustic and electric guitars through the platform. Instruments sold under the Fender Certified Pre-Owned program undergo professional…

Many children are introduced to The Beatles’ music through their parents, and now the iconic band is helping those kids learn to play their songs as well. Loog, a children’s…

Cellist and composer Ailbhe McDonagh’s new violin concerto, The Irish Four Seasons, has been released by Avie Records UK in August. This fresh take on Vivaldi’s classic is performed by…

The ukulele, often viewed as a quaint instrument, is no less legitimate than any other, requiring considerable practice to play well. However, Zeroshot, a maker with a knack for building…

As a young musician, Dean Fraser had a single dream in mind, and decades later, the celebrated saxophonist looks back with a grateful smile, having achieved that dream many times…