Things to know at your first ever classical music concert

Professor of Music, Timothy McKenry, shares some handy tips to keep in mind when attending your first classical concert.

Classical music is surprisingly controversial.

Engaging with the controversy and contradiction of this music requires more than streaming a minute or two of Mozart. Research shows we make better judgements about music when hearing and seeing it, and classical music was designed to be experienced live.

Each has its own repertoire and a dizzying array of terms (such as aria, concerto, sinfonia, oratorio and cantata) help describe the pieces these ensembles perform.

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