Andrew D Nix“There has never been a performance to match it. Pray God, there never will.”— Brian Moynahan, author of Leningrad: Siege and Symphony6 min read·May 5, 2021--2--2
Andrew D NixStravinsky’s Rite of Spring: From Ballet to Modern SymphonyAlmost every classical music lover has learned about Rite of Spring’s controversial premiere in 1913: a scandalous ballet choreography…4 min read·Apr 18, 2021--8--8
Andrew D NixPicturing Christianity through Handel’s “Messiah”“Handel’s “Messiah” is indisputably a religious composition in every way!” Some scholars and students alike may exclaim. After all, the…3 min read·Mar 8, 2021--5--5
Andrew D NixEinstein on the BeachIf you listen to the recording above, you will instantly get a taste of the style of music that encompasses “Einstein on the Beach”, an…3 min read·Feb 3, 2021--1--1
Andrew D NixSuffering in musicMany of the most moving works created by composers throughout history share one thing in common: The emotional struggle and suffering that…3 min read·Jan 26, 2021--1--1