Our first piece takes inspiration from Harmoniemusik, a type of wind ensemble from the 18th century. In a similar vein, Kramer’s composition mimics this early style of repertoire with elegant and ...

The methods of triangulation which we used to measure the width of the lecture theatre can be used for much larger distances. Accurate maps and the elevations of mountains such as Everest are ...

The Brazilian composer and pianist Andre Mehmari has always played with the concept of theme and variation. He did a whole album of variations on Beatles tunes. (SOUNDBITE OF ANDRE MEHMARI'S "HERE ...

Oh, the joys of depressing music. Beethoven's Symphony No. 7 is one of the finest "downer" compositions ever and a collection of jazz variations on it seems like a can't-miss prospect. The base ...