In today’s music landscape, the digital album has become the dominant format for both artists and listeners. While vinyl, cassette tapes, and CDs once defined how we experienced music, the digital album now stands at the center of modern music distribution. But how did we get here? And what does this shift mean for the way we create, share, and consume music?

Lalo Schifrin, the legendary composer behind the unforgettable Mission: Impossible theme, passed away on June 26, 2025, at the age of 93. His music has pulsed through the heart of modern cinema and television for over seven decades. Best known for his masterful fusion of jazz, classical, and Latin influences, Schifrin's work has become synonymous with tension, motion, and cinematic cool. With a career that bridged continents, genres, and generations,

Iran’s musical heritage is one of the oldest in the world, rooted in centuries of rich modal systems and poetic traditions. While traditional Persian music has always played a central role in Iranian identity, the incorporation of Western classical music began in earnest during the Qajar and Pahlavi eras, particularly in the early 20th century.

The journey of classical music has seen grand transformations over the centuries. What started as the structured compositions of Bach and Mozart has evolved dramatically, impacting modern musical expressions globally. In this blog post, we will explore how classical compositions have adapted, merged, and thrived in contemporary society while influencing various genres.

Sergei Sergeyevich Prokofiev was born on April 23, 1891, in Sontsovka, a rural estate in what is now Ukraine. He grew up in an intellectually stimulating household—his father was an agronomist, and his mother, an amateur pianist, became his first teacher and introduced him to music early on. By the age of five, Prokofiev had composed his first piano piece; at nine, he was already sketching out operas.

Few instruments reflect the soul of a nation quite like the kannel does for Estonia. With its shimmering timbre and timeless shape, the kannel is not just an artifact of folk culture—it is a living, breathing part of Estonia’s musical identity, echoing through forests, festivals, and even modern concert halls. This delicate zither-like instrument has evolved through centuries, carrying with it stories of ancient rituals, national awakening, and artistic reinvention.

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750), one of the titanic figures of Western music, was born in Eisenach Germany, into a prolific musical family

Gustav Mahler is often regarded as one of the most profound and visionary composers of all time.

Sergei Rachmaninoff was born on April 1, 1873, in Oneg, Russia, into an aristocratic family with deep musical roots.

Johann Sebastian Bach was born in Eisenach, Germany, in 1685, but there is confusion about whether his birth date was March 21 or March 31.

Pierre Boulez reshaped contemporary classical music through both composition and conducting.

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750) was a German composer and virtuoso keyboardist of the Baroque era, widely regarded as one of the greatest

György Ligeti (1923–2006) was a Hungarian-Austrian composer celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to 20th-century classical music.

Arvo Pärt, born on September 11, 1935, in Paide, Estonia, is one of the most influential and revered composers of contemporary classical mus

I've often been asked by Estonians why I chose to relocate to their country. While my decision involved many factors, one stands out above t

John Adams, born on February 15, 1947, in Worcester, Massachusetts, is one of the most celebrated and influential contemporary composers.

In an extraordinary find, a previously unknown waltz by Frédéric Chopin was uncovered at the Morgan Library and Museum in New York. The manu

Radio has long been a key player in music distribution and cultural exchange. From its early days broadcasting jazz and classical music to t

In a recent, and almost surreal discovery, a previously unknown work by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

The way we consume music has seen a monumental shift over the past century. What began as a communal experience with radio broadcasts has ev