Betsy Schwarm

Classical Christmas Insights Betsy Schwarm

Forty classically-flavored works for the season, from the late 16th century to the early 21st: this survey goes well beyond the Nutcracker. From Bach (and before) to Duke Ellington (and after), here's a user-friendly overview of seasonal classical music designed for curious listeners, as well as music programmers in search of something new. Explore the background of these compositions, and find suggested listening points to enhance the listening (or performing) experience!