‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’ Gets a Folk-Musical Makeover
The decade-spanning story of a man aging in reverse comes to the West End, transformed into a thoughtful fable opening on the English coast.
Quincy Jones, in his own words for the L.A. Times: “If it can’t get funky, brother, you don’t touch it”
Traditional music “enhances your soul,” he told The Times in ... Yet Jones was quick to see the potential in new electronic ...
Quincy Jones mastered the art of arrangement, transforming simple tunes into epic soundscapes
Arrangement transforms a song from notes on paper into a fully realized piece of art that resonates with listeners. In essence, an arranger acts as a musical architect, designing the structure of a ...
Robots can play the cello with an orchestra now, and that sound you can hear is the point whistling over the top of its creator's heads
Which is why, when I found myself watching footage of a pair of robot arms playing the cello with the Malmö Symphony ...
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Portland Musician to Auction Rare Kurt Cobain-Smashed Guitar
A guitar played and smashed by Kurt Cobain is up for auction. Before you say “oh well, whatever, nevermind,” know the ...
George Harrison’s guitar, Elton John’s piano, Nirvana’s recording contract: This week’s auction block roundup
Each week, Quartz highlights the coming and ongoing sales at auction houses across the world. Among the items available are ...