Shades of Art

Shades of Art

The history behind the creation of great musical masterpieces.
The evolution of music and the creation of musical instruments.
The history of classical and folk dances.

  • Host - Tatevik Tananyan
Lute
25/03/2024

Lute

Welcome to today's episode, where we explore the enchanting world of the lute, a timeless musical instrument steeped in history.

 

Recorder
18/03/2024

Recorder

Today's broadcast is dedicated to a musical instrument once admired by kings and great composers, only to be eclipsed by newer innovations and forgotten for many years. Known as the recorder or flauto dolce in Italian, which translates to "sweet flute," this instrument holds a rich history.

 

Barrel organ
11/03/2024

Barrel organ

Our today’s episode is dedicated to the mechanical musical instrument called Barrel organ.

Organ
04/03/2024

Organ

In our ongoing series exploring the history and legends surrounding musical instruments, today we invite our listeners to delve into the story behind the creation and evolution of the organ, often hailed as the monarch of musical instruments. Join us as we trace its journey through time and explore the pivotal moments that have shaped its development.

Exploring the History of Christian Sacred Music
26/02/2024

Exploring the History of Christian Sacred Music

In today's episode, we delve into the intricacies of Christian sacred music's heritage, tracing its evolution and formation through the annals of time.

Exploring the Origins of Choral Art
19/02/2024

Exploring the Origins of Choral Art

In this episode, we delve into the history behind the inception of the first choirs.

The History of the Three Giant Bells
12/02/2024

The History of the Three Giant Bells

In our ongoing exploration of musical instruments and their legendary tales, let's delve into the captivating narrative surrounding the world's largest and most colossal bells.

Exploring the Bells Creation History
05/02/2024

Exploring the Bells Creation History

In this episode, we delve into the narrative of bell creation, and their profound significance in the human experience.

From the Pages of the History of Chinese Music
29/01/2024

From the Pages of the History of Chinese Music

In this episode, we'll transport you to Ancient China to explore key facets of its musical history.

Exploring the Cultural Legacy: Ancient Rome and Armenia
22/01/2024

Exploring the Cultural Legacy: Ancient Rome and Armenia

In our previous broadcast, we delved into the musical traditions of Ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece. Today's discussion will unveil the rich musical heritage of both Ancient Rome and Armenia.

Exploring the Cultural Narratives of Ancient Egypt and Greece
15/01/2024

Exploring the Cultural Narratives of Ancient Egypt and Greece

In our preceding broadcast, we delved into the origins of music and the creation of primitive musical instruments. Today, our focus shifts to the pivotal role that music played in the tapestry of ancient civilizations, with a closer examination of its significance in both Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome.

The Genesis of Music
08/01/2024

The Genesis of Music

With the dawn of our new broadcast season, we embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of music history, exploring the origins of the very first musical instruments. Today, our quest delves into the question: What compelled early humans to craft music, or more aptly, to produce primitive sounds?

The Four Seasons
25/12/2023

The Four Seasons

Today's special holiday broadcast honors the esteemed Italian composer, violinist, teacher, conductor, and Catholic priest, Antonio Vivaldi. We delve into his iconic concert series, "The Four Seasons."

From Pushkin to Sviridov: The Blizzard
11/12/2023

From Pushkin to Sviridov: The Blizzard

This broadcast is dedicated to Georgy Sviridov's renowned series, “The Snowstorm” (also known as “The Blizzard”), which the composer aptly titled “Musical Illustrations after Pushkin’s The Blizzard.”