QuickTips Index
The Synopsis of "Carmen"
Learn the story of Bizet's famous opera, "Carmen", in this synopsis.
Musetta's Waltz - Scene and Lyrics
Learn about the scene and the lyrics of "Musetta's Waltz" from Puccini's opera "La Boheme".
Classical Music Label for the Young and Fearless
Learn about the classical music label for young artists based in New York City.
Nessun Dorma Lyrics and Text Translation
"Nessun Dorma" lyrics and text translation from Puccini's Turandot.
Interesting Tidbits about Mozart's Opera, Idomeneo
Learn an interesting tidbit about one of Mozart's great operas, Idomeneo.
Using YouTube as Source for Classical Music
Ever consider YouTube as a source for classical music? Learn how to use YouTube to search for classical music.
Leporello's "Catalog Aria" from Mozart's opera Don Giovanni
Leporello's "Catalog Aria" lyrics and English translation from Mozart's opera Don Giovanni.
O Sole Mio Lyrics and English Text Translation
Eduardo di Capua's O Sole Mio lyrics and English translation.
Che gelida manina Text and English Translation
"Che gelida manina" text and translation from Puccini's La Boheme.
Celeste Aida Lyrics and English Text Translation
Celeste Aida lyrics and english text translation from Verdi's opera, Aida.
Verdi's Caro Nome Lyrics Text and English Translation
Caro Nome lyrics and english text translation from Verdi's famous opera, Rigoletto.
"Non più andrai" Lyrics and Text Translation
Text and English translation of "Non più andrai" from Mozart's Figaro.
"La donna e mobile" Text and Translation
Lyrics and English Translation of "La donna e mobile" from Verdi's Rigoletto.
"Un bel di, vedremo" Text and Translation
Text and English translation of Puccini's "Un bel di, vedremo" from Madama Butterfly
Gretchen am Spinnrade Text and Translation
The English translation of Schubert's Gretchen am Spinnrade.
Habanera Text and Translation
The text and english translation of Habanera from Bizet's Carmen.
"Il dolce suono" Lyrics and Text Translation
Lyrics and text translation of "Il dolce suono" from Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor.
"Vissi d'Arte" Lyrics and Text Translation
"Vissi d'Arte" from Puccini's Tosca lyrics and text translation.
"Der Hölle Rache" Lyrics and Text Translation
Lyrics and text traslation of "Der Hölle Rache" from Mozart's Magic Flute.
Flower Duet Lyrics and Text Translation
Lyrics and text translation for Delibes' Flower Duet "Sous le dôme épais" from Lakmé.
Classical Music Titles and Key Signatures
Find out why key signatures are part of many classical music titles.
Nikolai Karlovich Medtner - Sonata Tragica, Op. 39, No. 5
A brief look at Nikolai Karlovich Medtner's Sonata Tragica, Op. 39, No. 5.
Ralph Vaughan Williams' Concerto in A minor for Oboe and Strings
Ralph Vaughan Williams' Concerto for Oboe and Strings is a wonderful piece of music often overlooked.
Introducing Yourself to Classical Music
Getting into classical music can be a challenging task, especially for those who are unfamiliar with Bach, Mozart, and even Beethoven. Luckily, thanks to the marvels of modern technology, something that was once time consuming and rather daunting, is now as simple as pushing a button. These relatively few, but simple tips, can open up an abundance of classical music for you to listen, examine, and enjoy.
Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain
The story behind Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain is spooky indeed. Find out why this song is a Halloween favorite.