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The Greatest Music Ever Written

Submitted by breck.mcgough on Wed, 06/01/2016 - 14:35

The largest poll taken concerning classical music is the annual Classic FM Hall of Fame. Every January the British radio station asks its listeners to write in their favorite three pieces of music. The thousands of votes are tallied and revealed every spring. This would seem to be a debate-ending list. One could settle the age old argument of whose music is best by simply looking at the ranking. However, every year the votes are very different, and I believe this shows how subjective this undertaking truly is. Is there a “best” piece of music or a “best” composer? Check out the top ten compositions from the 2016 Classic FM Hall of Fame from your local library, and let us know what some of your favorite works are in the comments section.

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Tchaikovsky and Brahms: A Tale of Two Frenemies

Submitted by breck.mcgough on Thu, 05/05/2016 - 10:47

Tupac and Biggie. Blur and Oasis. Who doesn't love a fierce musical grudge match? Our musical maven Breck has the tale of 19th century rivalry between classical giants Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Johannes Brahms in this month's Libretto blog.

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Readers Advisory, Classical Music, Music, History

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info Magazine - March 2016

Submitted by kterry on Wed, 03/02/2016 - 13:13

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How Lucky We Are to Be Alive Right Now: What to Read When You're Obsessed with Hamilton

Submitted by ewilliams on Thu, 02/18/2016 - 10:46

Look around, look around! Based on founding father Alexander Hamilton, the hip-hop musical that bears his surname has become a pop culture obsession for many. If you've listened to the soundtrack on repeat for weeks, don't throw away your shot to learn more. We have these titles, plus further suggested reading highlighted on our catalog.

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WWII: Views from the Other Side

Submitted by christopher.cockrum on Wed, 02/17/2016 - 08:14

There is no shortage of research material documenting the Second World War. Much has been discussed of the war from the perspective of the Allied powers, but were all citizens of these respective nations truly in support of their leaders’ actions? What was life like for those living under these regimes? Where did the hearts and minds of citizens, politicians and soldiers truly lie during this time of conflict? Librarian Chris recommends books with some interesting answers to these questions.

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Readers Advisory, History, Military

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Well done, Sister Suffragette!

Submitted by atodd on Tue, 02/16/2016 - 07:55

It’s that time again! We all know it well. Political banter at the office water cooler. Commentary on the debates on every news channel and in every paper. Uncertainty hanging in the air. Campaign season is upon us and what better holiday to remind us of our right to vote (if you’re a woman) than Susan B. Anthony Day on February 15. Check out some of these great reads and discover what these incredible women went through to secure the vote!

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Opera: or What NOT to Do in a Relationship - Libretto

Submitted by breck.mcgough on Wed, 02/10/2016 - 12:13

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. This can be a very happy occasion for the person in a healthy relationship. For the rest of civilization, it is yet another day to mourn love lost and to remember past romantic failures. Sometimes the best cure for the blues is to remind ourselves that it could be much worse. And if there is any art form which can drive home this truth, it is opera. Associate Librarian Breck, our resident composer and musicologist, is your guide to the best of operatic videos and CDs from the library.