classical music - Mark Slater

Cosmic Harmony: A Celestial Celebration of Zeiss Planetariums

Cosmic Harmony is an extraordinary concert that pays homage to the rich legacy of Zeiss Planetariums, marking their centennial anniversary. Spearheaded by renowned composer Mark Slater, who has composed numerous…

December 27, 2023

By Mark Slater classical music, concerts, film music, planetarium

Music History

How Western Classical Music came to Japan

Japan's rich cultural heritage is renowned worldwide, from its traditional arts like Kabuki and Noh theater to its distinctive music forms like Gagaku and Shakuhachi. However, there is another fascinating…

December 26, 2023

By Mark Slater classical music, Japanese culture, music education

Music

Defining Classical Music: A Dive into its History and Characteristics

Classical music is a genre that encompasses a rich and diverse range of musical compositions created by composers from the 11th to the 21st century. It is characterized by its…

December 26, 2023

By Mark Slater classical music, jazz, music education, popular music

Music Reviews

Gershwin would have approved

Midsummer Concert, Bookham, Surrey Review by Max Elsberg (Surrey Mirror July 1996) THE low ceiling and the cramped dimensions of the stage of the Bookham Old Barn Hall might have…

March 12, 2021

By Mark Slater classical music, concerts, music appreciation