What changed in music: Romantic composers broke away from strict classical forms, focusing on emotional storytelling, individual expression, and dramatic contrasts in their works. Why it matters now: ...

Performances in N.Y.C. Advertisement Supported by Tyshawn Sorey’s tribute to the Rothko Chapel, a vintage Pavarotti concert and a release from the Berlin Philharmonic are among our selections. Kim ...

A primer on medieval chants, minimalist opera and everything in between. By Mitchell Kuga The origins of what we think of as Western classical music date back to the 10th century, with the development ...