The Origins of the "Star Spangled Banner," in Six Minutes
The Star Spangled Bannerturns 200 this month. To commemorate, listen to the inimitable Oscar Brand explain in words and music its origins from a sheep-shearing song to the national anthem.This is a...
View ArticleNo Joyce DiDonato National Anthem, but Here Are Five Other Must-See Versions
With the build up to the World Series, which kicked off this week, many classical music fans were neither rooting for the Kansas City Royals nor the San Francisco Giants. Instead, they were pulling for...
View ArticleIs the 'Star-Spangled Banner' Out of Place at Orchestra Concerts?
The "Star-Spangled Banner" that kicks off opening night concerts across the U.S. is often believed to be a great patriotic tradition. But some people think it's out of place and out of mood. The Fort...
View Article5 Versions of the National Anthem that Sparked Outrage
With 27 gold medals (and counting) for Team USA at the Rio Olympics, American audiences have had ample opportunities to listen to this game's rendition of the "The Star-Spangled Banner." And the...
View ArticleYo-Yo Ma Wants You — Yes, You — to Vote
In advance of the 2018 midterm elections, influencers and celebrities have been appealing directly to their fans to get out the vote. Yo-Yo Ma is playing his part, taking to social media to express how...
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