ICAN’s NEW 5-part series, Abby’s Celtic Corner takes you to Ireland! Singer and Ireland Native, Abby Molloy will teach you incredible Irish myths and legends, beautiful musical instruments, traditional Irish… Read more Abby’s Celtic Corner →
When you hear the names Mozart, Mendelssohn, and Mahler, chances are that male musicians come to mind. However, many of these famous names in classical music had female counterparts that… Read more Famous Last Names – Celebrating Women’s History Month →
Black musicians have played a substantial role in the evolution of classical music in the United States and beyond. This month, we’re inviting you to learn more about the impact… Read more Five Black Musicians Who Changed the World of Music →
Written by Elaina Stuppler Itzhak Perlman is one of the most celebrated and extraordinarily talented violinists on the planet! On January 19th, he will be performing at the Arlene Schnitzer… Read more Itzhak Perlman’s Advice to Young Performers →
Written by Elaina Stuppler “A Very Merry Mariachi Christmas” At the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on December 20th Mariachi Music began in the 19th century in Jalisco, México. Instruments that… Read more José Hernández Mariachi Sol de México →
Some people imagine that classical music is always serious, but that couldn’t be further from the truth! Lots of composers have sneaked jokes and fun into their music, from famous… Read more Musical Fun and Jokes →
This Women’s History Month, be inspired by girls from history who let their voice be heard through music! Here are five books for young readers that will let you share the… Read more Courageous Girls in Music: Books for Women’s History Month →
It’s Black History Month, and we want to celebrate by introducing you to five amazing Black composers from classical music history! Joseph Bologne, the Chevalier de Saint-Georges Joseph Bologne was a French… Read more Five Black Composers Who Changed History →
Happy Children’s Day! Children are making remarkable actions everyday, so today we’re highlighting a few talented kids who are making big change in our world. Jahkil Jackson After 8 year old Jahkil Jackson… Read more Children’s Day 2020- Superstar Spotlight! →