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On Anna Maria della Pietà, a Violin Virtuoso of the 18th Century

Music

On Anna Maria della Pietà, a Violin Virtuoso of the 18th Century

For many centuries, opportunities for women to live their lives as professional musicians were scarce. There were, however, exceptions –...

Driven into Paradise: Some Notes on Kurt Weill’s Exile in America

After escaping Nazism, the much-acclaimed composer moved away from his German roots to make his mark in a very American field – New...

Exploring a Significant Question: Why Do Humans Make Music?

An evolutionary boost, heightened communication, social bonding, or dopamine trigger – figures from Darwin to Wagner have debated music’s...

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