When I was at College I chose to study Hector Berlioz. I know this has nothing to do with the piano, but at College we were given a rounded musical education. I attained my Piano Teacher's L.R.A.M. at the Royal Acadamy of Music, and afterwards went to a Teacher's Training College so that I could teach general music in schools.
Have you heard Berlioz' Roman Carnival Overture? I'm surprised how many people haven't. It's not long, but it is brilliant. The orchestration is wonderful - as Berlioz' orchestration always is, and it has momentum. It illustrates the great atmosphere of a Roman Carnival.
A CD with Berlioz' Roman Carnival would be a great Christmas present for someone. Even if they aren't really 'into' classical music they should enjoy this!
About Me
- Pip
- My name is Pip and I live with my Person.I was born in the rescue kennels and I'm a Saluki Labrador Cross. My Person says I always have my nose into everything... My absolutely most favourite movies are cats. I nearly caught one once but chasing cats is Not Allowed. Favourite music - Walking the Dog. Book? Last favourite chew was A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson
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