Classical Composers Blog in B Major

The Classical Composers Blog in B Major is a like a mini-journal on my passion, the music and lives of great composers.

The blog...

  • lets you know when any new web page appears on favorite-classical-composers.com
  • keeps you up-to-date with my writings about my favorite classical composers (including my recommendations for great recordings or interesting books, or other goodies like sheet music and concerts!)
  • points out all the interesting stories, sound clips, and videos you might otherwise miss!

On to the posts in the Blog in B Major!


What's An SACD Player? Should You Get One?

Find out about the best SACD players, and what you need to know before buying...

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Interview with Alison Lowell

Interview with Alison Lowell, Principal Oboist of the KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic Orchestra

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Electrostatic Headphones - The Best Headphones For Classical Music?

Find out why I think electrostatic headphones are the best headphones for classical music (or any music)...

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Beethoven Biography - Life of Ludwig Van Beethoven

This Ludwig van Beethoven biography explores the dramatic life of the great musical master...

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Brahms Requiem - A German Hymn to Life

The Brahms Requiem is a hugely famous German song of life. Explore this great piece, which made Brahms known all over Europe.

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Search Favorite-Classical-Composers.com

Search page for favorite-classical-composers.com

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En Saga - An Epic Fairytale

Sibelius's En Saga is a dramatic reflection of the composer's state of mind, and a testament to his musical skill. Explore the piece here...

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The Greatest Spanish Composers - Maestros of Spain's Fiery Musical Heritage

Explore the Spanish composers who have had the greatest impact on the musical identity of Spain. Biographies, their greatest works, and pictures...

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A Night on Bald Mountain - Mussorgksy's Terrifying Tone Poem

A Night on Bald Mountain is a frantic, demonic musical poem, and one of Modest Mussorgsky's most well-known works...

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Gustav Mahler Biography - Tragic Life, Lavish Music

Gustav Mahler was one of the last of the grand romantic composers. Explore his difficult life and sublime music in this biography.

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Classical Composers - Biographies of Music Geniuses

A celebration of the world's favorite classical composers! Explore biographies, pictures galore, videos, sound clips, and guides to their music.

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Liszt Consolations - Hopeful, Sweet Miniatures

The Liszt Consolations are fragments of pure Lisztian life and color...

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