Florence Price (1887–1953), an American composer and pianist, was a trailblazer as the first African-American woman to gain recognition in classical music. Her compositions, blending traditional Western styles with African-American influences, include symphonies, chamber works, and the acclaimed Symphony No. 1. Price's legacy continues to inspire diversity in classical music.
George Frideric Handel (1685–1759), a German-born Baroque composer, achieved international acclaim for his operas, oratorios, and instrumental compositions. Notable works include "Messiah" and "Water Music." Handel's profound impact on English Baroque music and his ability to evoke emotion through grand and dramatic compositions solidify his legacy as a musical giant.
Clara Schumann (1819–1896), a German pianist and composer, was a prominent figure in the Romantic era. Renowned for her exceptional piano skills, she also composed notable works. Clara, married to composer Robert Schumann, had a successful solo career and is recognized for her significant contributions to 19th-century music.
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893), a Russian composer, created some of the most beloved classical music of the Romantic era. Renowned for masterpieces like "Swan Lake" and "The Nutcracker," he skillfully blended Russian and Western influences. Tchaikovsky's emotionally charged compositions such as the “1812 Overture” continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
Frederic Chopin (1810–1849), a Polish-French composer and pianist of the Romantic era. Renowned for his emotive and expressive piano compositions, such as the Nocturnes and the Revolutionary Étude. Chopin's innovative approach to melody and musical form left an indelible mark, making him an influential figure in 19th-century classical music.
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750) was a German Baroque composer and musician. Admired for his intricate and expressive compositions, he crafted masterpieces such as the Brandenburg Concertos and the Mass in B Minor. Bach's legacy endures as one of the greatest composers, influencing generations with his exceptional contributions to classical music.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791), an Austrian composer, prodigy, and prolific musical genius of the Classical era. Known for his timeless operas, symphonies, and chamber music, including "The Magic Flute" and "Don Giovanni." Mozart's unparalleled talent and versatility left an enduring impact on Western classical music.
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827), a German composer and pianist, bridged the Classical and Romantic eras. Known for his emotionally charged and groundbreaking compositions, including the Ninth Symphony and "Moonlight Sonata." Beethoven overcame deafness to create some of the most influential and best-loved works in the history of Western classical music.
During the Middle Ages, your position in life was based on birth. This position would follow you throughout your life. To make it easy for others to know your social class, rules about what you could wear—or not wear—were created. Such rules, called sumptuary laws, determined colors of clothing, types of fabric and trims, length of garments, types of sleeves, and types of furs. The laws also regulated shoe lengths and height, hat height, types of buttons, and even the number of buttons you could wear. People were to dress according to the class in which they were born. In this way, just by looking at someone, you could tell if they were important or not.
While on a camping trip, Jesse finds a curious piece of stone with an interesting pattern on it. With research and the help of Professor Peach, she learns that it's a piece of broken pottery with a pattern unique to a certain Native American tribe. After an archaeological dig with the Professor and her friends she finds more pieces of the ancient artifact. Using her art skills, Jesse is able to preserve the clay pot.
Are you interested in performing? Do you like dancing or singing? You might wonder how the stage gets set. How do the actors know where to go? So many workers behind the scene. Let’s jump in and go On The Job in the Theater.
