Cynthia Collins

New York

Asisstant Standards Editor at The New York Times

Working at @nytimes to help expose uncomfortable truths and hold power to account

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Articles

The ‘Hallelujah Chorus’ Traditionally Brings People to Their Feet

Dec 10, 2024 | cmuse.org | Cynthia Collins

The Hallelujah Chorus is traditionally performed throughout the Christian world as part of the Easter celebration. Whether it is done on the concert stage with a large chorus and symphony orchestra or by church choirs accompanied by a pipe organ, it is the part of Handel’s Messiah that traditionally brings people to their feet. The reason behind this has more to do with royal protocol than anything else.
the Story of Vienna's Imperial Piano

May 24, 2024 | cmuse.org | Cynthia Collins

Bösendorfer is the name of a company in Vienna, Austria, that has been manufacturing pianos since the early 19th century. Each piano is carefully handcrafted as a unique instrument; a work of art designed to stand the test of time. That craftsmanship led to the development of the Bösendorfer Model 290 Imperial, a piano that has become the flagship of the company and exemplifies the rich musical heritage of Vienna.