Part of How To Classical. Why does the oboe tune the orchestra? Why does the orchestra sit the way it does? What does rosin actually do to a violin bow? If you find the traditions of the classical ...

The iconic sound of an orchestra tuning is highly recognisable, even for those who’ve never set foot in a concert hall. Many of us first heard it while watching a Looney Tunes cartoon. Have you ever ...

In a disorderly world, the scene is soothing, almost pastoral: The symphony orchestra, having indulged in seemingly random caterwauling and last- minute warming up, falls respectfully silent as all ...