Classical Music

Classical Compositions

Music was an important part of European traditions. Much of the music written for centuries was commissioned by the Catholic Church. Composers would become prominent...

Classical Music

Still Being Composed

Classical music traces its roots to medieval Europe, where composers wrote music primarily for the Church. Gregorian chant — unaccompanied vocal music sung by monks...

Classical Music

Recognizable Classical Music

Classical music has a way of stopping you in your tracks. A few notes drift from a speaker or an open window, and something clicks...