One of the most extraordinary aspects of Handel’s music is the use of “word-painting,” the musical technique of composing music that reflects the literal meaning of a song’s lyrics. For
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HOMER (SIMPSON) LOVES HANDEL
We all know that GF Handel is famous for his iconic chorus from the oratorio, Messish, the Hallelujah Chorus. He’s so famous, it turns out, that even Homer Simpson likes his
Read moreHow GF Handel Made History Reusing Music
GF Handel, like most composers of his era, borrowed and recycled musical themes on a routine basis. Today, we would consider the practice at best, distasteful, and at worst, plagiarism.
Read moreA Busy December For Camerata
December is typically the busiest month of the year for choral musicians, and this year is no exception for the fine singers of Long Beach Camerata Singers. As the reputation
Read morePeanut Interviews Dr. James K. Bass
In a recent interview with the Artistic Director of Long Beach Camerata Singers, Dr. James K. Bass, we discussed his approach to the group’s upcoming performance of Carmina Burana: Peanutsez:
Read moreA Bit About Carmina Burana
Why is Carmina Burana so popular? Perhaps it is the simple, repeated melodies, and the insistent rhythms. It is also the connection between past and present, the yanking of early medieval poetry
Read moreBaroque Trivia: Five Crazy Facts About Handel’s Messiah
It’s a good thing that Peanut wasn’t GF Handel’s dog — he never would have put up for being ignored during that 3-week period when the master composed Messiah! You can
Read more5 Big Reasons To Hear Camerata Perform Handel’s Messiah On Sunday
Mr. Peanut is getting ready for the Holidays. If you watched his Thanksgiving Message, you know he is expecting lots of goodies. Today Peanut would like to recommend that you
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