Tomoyuki Mochizuki

Vladimir HorowitzOne of the 20th century’s most iconic pianists, known for his extraordinary technique and charismatic presence.Representative Work: Chopin ÉtudesYouTube: Chopin: Selected Études ...

In the world of classical music, solo instruments play leading roles in expressing rich melodies and emotions. Here, we introduce some of the most famous solo instruments with extensive repertoires...

The string quartet consists of four players: two violins, one viola, and one cello. It is the most standard and historically significant form within chamber music. Established by Classical composer...

Chamber music is typically performed by a small group of 2 to about 10 players. Representative ensembles include: String Quartet The most iconic chamber music ensemble, consisting of two violin...

The Four Main Sections of an Orchestra An orchestra’s sound is created by the blend of four primary instrument families: strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Each section has unique character...

What is an Orchestra? An orchestra is a large group of musicians playing a variety of instruments, usually divided into four main sections: strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. These musician...

Orchestral music offers a rich and immersive listening experience through the blend of diverse instruments. From the warm, expressive strings to the bright woodwinds, powerful brass, and rhythmic p...

Known for large-scale symphonies combining vocal and instrumental forces with profound themes. Representative Works Symphony No. 2 (Resurrection) Symphony No. 5 Symphony No. 8

A master of melody and early Romanticism, known for lyrical symphonies and orchestral songs. Representative Works Symphony No. 8 (Unfinished) Symphony No. 9 Rosamunde Overture

Known as the “Father of the Symphony,” Haydn established the classical symphony and string quartet formats. Representative Works Symphony No. 94 (Surprise) The Creation The Seasons