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
On the Trail of Adagio
10/02/2025

On the Trail of Adagio

The Adagio in G minor for organ and stringed instruments, often attributed to the Baroque Italian composer and violinist Tomaso Giovanni Albinoni, stands as one of the most widely recognized and frequently performed pieces of music in the world today. However, it's important to note that Albinoni had minimal involvement in the creation of this composition.

Waltz
16/12/2024

Waltz

The final episode of our program is dedicated to the king of dances, waltz...

Ballet
02/09/2024

Ballet

In today’s episode dedicated to dance, we present a brief history of the creation and evolution of classical ballet. Discover how this timeless art form developed into the graceful spectacle it is today.

Ball
26/08/2024

Ball

In today’s episode of our dance history series, we explore the grand tradition of balls. Discover the origins, customs, and social significance of these elegant gatherings.

Circle Dance
12/08/2024

Circle Dance

As part of our dance history series, this episode explores round or circle dances, a universal element in the dance cultures of nearly all nations.

March
05/08/2024

March

In today’s episode, we delve into the origins and purposes of marches, exploring the different types that exist. Enjoy excerpts from some of the finest examples of this stirring musical genre.

 

Pavane
29/07/2024

Pavane

In today’s episode, we explore the pavane, one of the most sublime dances in the history of dance art.

Polonaise
15/07/2024

Polonaise

In today’s episode of our dance history series, we present the most traditional Polish dance, the polonaise.

Folia
08/07/2024

Folia

In today’s episode of our dance history series, we delve into the phenomenon known as "folia."

 

Sarabande
01/07/2024

Sarabande

In today's episode of our dance history series, we present the mysterious sarabande...

Polka
24/06/2024

Polka

In today's episode, we dive into the lively world of the Czech national dance, the polka.

 

Tarantella
17/06/2024

Tarantella

In today's episode of our series on the history of dances, we delve into the vibrant and energetic world of the Tarantella, the iconic national dance of Italy.

 

Minuet
10/06/2024

Minuet

Welcome to our season dedicated to historical dances. In today's episode, we explore the minuet, the beloved dance of Louis XIV, the Sun King of France.

Celesta
03/06/2024

Celesta

In today’s episode, we dive into the world of the celesta, a unique and enchanting musical instrument. Discover its history, how it works, and hear some beautiful examples of its magical sound.

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."