Music Matters
What to Do With the Rule of the Octave - Music Composition
This music composition lesson follows on from an earlier video about the rule of the octave and you may well want to watch our other video first. In this lesson we examine the linear implications for part writing using the chord scheme...
Music Matters
How Motifs are Used in Baroque Style - Music Composition
This music composition lesson unpacks Bach’s Sinfonia in B minor, drawing attention to the three motifs used to compose this piece. The three motifs are unpacked and we explore both the differences and the common ground between them. We...
Odd Quartet
Music History - Toccata & Fugue In D Minor, BWV 565
Toccata and Fugue in D minor is as mysterious as it is well known. In this episode, we take a closer look at the history of the organ piece.
PBS
Classics for Kids: George Frederick Handel
A short biography of George Frederick Handel (1685-1759 CE). Click to the past radio shows to hear his music and learn more about this famous composer.