Brandenburg Concerto No. 4

A Little Bach Music

Host George Marriner Maull explores the difference between hearing and listening while exploring details of the final movement of Brandenburg Concerto No. 4. Aspects of Bach’s use of the elements…

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I’m not actually “mad as Hell” – although, who among us who saw the 1976 film Network can ever forget the incredible scene in which we are urged by fictional…

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Discovery Orchestra Chat 56 – Treat Yourself to Bach

Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto #4 is featured in this chat. Heighten your listening by following TDO’s listening guide!

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Discovery Orchestra Chat 46 – Listening vs. Hearing

“Put down that sandwich!” Maestro Maull talks about the joys of listening versus hearing music!

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Discovery Orchestra Chat 37 – Rests

Need a rest? Discover the pleasure of silence!

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Discovery Orchestra Chat 22 – Pedal Point

Maestro Maull discusses the power of pedal point with the help of audio clips.

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Your “listening guide” amazes me, in that it is a means of illustrating the role of various instrumental sections in communicating and “telling” a story. My background is science and technology so the 1 -1 ½ hours listening to a symphony with your presentation was an exciting learning experience I was not expecting.You are an exceptional talent and personality to be able to introduce someone like myself to the very complicated language of a symphony.

— Outreach Program Attendee