When it comes to baroque music, the name Antonio Vivaldi is often at the forefront of discussions. Born in Venice in 1678, Vivaldi was a[…]

In the world of classical music, few composers have left as indelible a mark as Antonio Vivaldi. Born in Venice, Italy, on March 4, 1678,[…]

Antonio Vivaldi was a renowned Italian composer and violinist who lived in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He was born in Venice on[…]

The Story Behind “Canon In D Major” by Pachelbel Like his other works, Pachelbel’s Canon went out of style, and remained in obscurity for centuries. A[…]

Verdi – Short Biography Giuseppe Fortunino Francesco Verdi (10 October 1813 – 27 January 1901) was an Italian composer best known for his operas. He was[…]

The Story Behind “The Nutcracker” by Tchaikovsky The story of The Nutcracker is loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffmann fantasy story The Nutcracker and the Mouse[…]

The Story Behind the Symphony No. 5 by Beethoven Beethoven was already growing deaf when he started his fifth symphony in 1804. He began working on[…]

The Story Behind The Four Seasons by Vivaldi Antonio Vivaldi is a genius and truly stands out as the most creative among the host of composers[…]

Vivaldi – Short Biography Antonio Lucio Vivaldi was born on March 4, 1678, in Venice, Italy. His father, Giovanni Battista Vivaldi, was a professional violinist who[…]

Five Facts You Didn’t Know About Vivaldi 1. Vivaldi’s baptism Vivaldi was baptised immediately after he was born, in his own home. This could have been due[…]