A music blog written by Rich Brown
One of the most ancient myths is of a Fountain of Youth that would restore the youth of anyone who drank from it or bathed in its waters. There are versions of this tale that exist from as early as the 5th Century BC. One of the most familiar settings is associated with the 16th... Continue Reading →
“The world is full of magical things, Patiently waiting For our senses to grow sharper” - W.B Yeats Another ancient myth that appears in many cultures deals with a magical Firebird. One of the earliest versions may be the story of the Egyptian Benu bird. The Heliopolis creation myth says the Benu bird created... Continue Reading →
The Bayreuther Festspiele is underway again in Bayreuth, Germany. It is the annual festival of music dramas by Richard Wagner, in the opera house he designed specifically for his works. Wagner contributed a world of innovations to the opera realm, with his concept of a “total work of art” (Gesamtkunstwerk). He sought a single vision... Continue Reading →
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