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Can Books Still Be Students’ Best Friends?

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Some decades ago books could be the best friends for a significant part of people, mainly students. But nowadays it has changed. Let’s see how exactly.

There are people who would charge that the role of the book, at least paper ones, are vanishing from society and that the time of “Fahrenheit 451” is at hand. The truth, however, is that a fear of the dumbing down of civilization has been around for decades, if not centuries, despite the fact that people are actually more literate now then they have been in ages past.

The Importance of a Book

So, is a book important to a student’s life? Is work still a students’ best friend? The answer can be reflected in the contrast of their lives to others. The average employees who work a 9 to 5 job are likely the last people that one would expect to think of a text as a friend, or a book friend.

There are, however, book clubs at places of work as well as people who typically listen to a novel during the workday or are reading one during a lunch break. People who are of more educated professions not only use them in college, they continue to rely on them for the rest of their careers.

The Importance of Books for Essays

In high school and university, writing essays are a common thing that must be done to pass courses and impress teachers. They are also something that requires textbooks almost all of the time. Essays on novels are so common that there are writing services that offer free essays for students. The practice of getting free essay samples online is becoming very common.

Writing an essay means being informed on the topic, and although research can be done online today, there are many essays that require books to do it. Many essays done in English classes, as one of many examples, are usually done on a novel!

It’s a Dependency…

It’s the student, however, that is most dependent on books to survive in university or college. Even high school students don’t require the sheer number of texts that a college student does. The simple fact is, that from the moment they walk into university, there is a list of books that they have to obtain just to be able to take classes, and they aren’t free!

And, it doesn’t end there, students in high school or university can’t hand in assignments without their textbooks as that’s where their assignments usually are! For college students, research is a word that they come to know intimately, which requires hours of perusing heavy tomes.

It Leads to Addiction

Most college graduates admit after getting their diploma that they couldn’t make it through university without hundreds of books to get them to the finish line. Not only that, but they go on to spend the rest of their lives enjoying novels at home and depending on them at their jobs.

One could say that students not only enjoy books and that they become a student’s best friend, but that published works become an addiction to them that started out in university. It’s one of the few healthy addictions, thankfully, and one that benefits every person who develops one.

So, books are best friends to just about everyone, but this statement is especially true of students. No one needs to do polling samples to realize that. Books will always be the students’ best friends!

 

Interview with Dmitry Chaplin

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Regardless of evolution of music genres, fads, and trends of music industry in general the ability to play well was always an important factor. Today we meet with Dmitry Chaplin. At the age of thirty Dmitry has become one of the forerunners of the new breed of musicians that contribute to the evolution of modern sound. Complex and expressive music is his trademark and the music that he writes is addictive.

Reporter:

You have grown up in Russia. What are the main differences between life in Russia and USA?

Dmitry:

I have lived in Russia almost all my life, and I like that country and its people. I have many friends back home but right now I understand that I need to develop and advance my music career further. I find America is the perfect country for me at the moment.

Reporter:

Do you think people are different?

Dmitry:

Well of course. But people in arts, such as music, literature or visual art are very similar. I believe that there is one “Chekhov’s Soul” if you know what I mean, and people on the planet yearn for happiness.

Reporter:

One of your trademarks is the fen-fretted eight strings guitar. Are all your instruments are custom made to order and why do you prefer custom over a traditional standard six-string?

Dmitry:

No, not all of them are custom made. I have a signature eight-string guitar from Strandberg. It is called graphite. I also have an Ibanez RG2220 which is lower tuned eight-string. I’ve got some custom instruments too. The eight-string setup gives me more options for chord voicing, it expends arpeggios, and allows me to use bass technique which does not work on a standard six-string guitar. Now this has become a necessity for my style.

Reporter:

Do you get more creative freedom using the eight-string when you compose the new material compared to a standard formula and structure?

Dmitry:

Yes. There is a degree of freedom which comes with self-learning and experiment. That is because I develop my own interpretation of the modes and harmony and how it all works together. With that comes freedom, so to speak. It comes with understanding of the harmony and chord theory. At some point I realized that perhaps the fact that I am self-taught holds me back, that’s why in 2000 I went to a music school in Davydovka. That expended my horizons and creative freedoms because I started not just experimente, but rather combine the experimentation with understanding.

Reporter:

Your music can be somewhat abstract. Has jazz influenced your music in anyway? Did you listen to jazz a lot?

Dmitry:

Ney. I did not listen to jazz all that much until I went to music school. I do now, however I do not listen to any freestyle jazz. That is a bit too much for me.

Reporter:

When you record at the studio, do you ever wonder how you will pull it off live?

Dmitry:

Well Yes. Today with the playback software and hardware available I do not have to perform everything in real time. The modern tools help in creative compositions too. For instance, when I compose, I can set the bar higher than my current ability. I would come up with parts and track them in small increments. Play it back and decide what I want to go after it and then track the next bit and the next. This way I do not have to invent and learn the whole composition at once before recording it. I have the freedom to experiment with different pieces, move them around and when I am finally happy with the result I go back and learn the whole thing so that I can perform it live from the top. In the end that made me a much better guitar player and it allow me to make compositions that I could not think of right off the bat.

Reporter:

Can you describe your daily practice routine?

Dmitry:

This has changed over time. Back in the day I did a lot of exercises with metronome. Exercises such as sweep-picking, economy-picking or alternate-picking. This was good and necessary training for the base mechanical technique but had little to do with music. Later when I went to music school the classical approach entered the routine along with the side-reading of the music notation. Today I am not at school anymore and my practice routine revolves around practical things I have to do live.

I have to keep-up my chops. This requires playing every day. A lot of that stuff is at the pick of my current technical ability. I mostly work on the parts that I fill might give me some grief during the live performance. I also try to keep an open mind for new concepts. Right now, I am experimenting with variations of Lydian modes, such as Lydian augmented, minor and diminished mode. They are useful during improvisation. I am learning slap technique, sort of Victor Wooten style slap stuff. I write some riffs, bits and pieces that accumulate in eventually some of them are used in tunes.

Reporter:

You do not strike me like a cliché metalhead. Do you ever get grief from the metal crowd for not conforming?

Dmitry:

I dress and look this way because I like it. It feels comfortable. I do not need to project my adherence to a specific genre of music through the closes I choose to wear. By now people in the metal community know what I look like and come to except me this way. Sometimes they make fun of the way I look, but in a positive way. Yes, my closes have nothing to do with metal. So what? Perhaps I compensate for that with my music. Perhaps that provokes people, if so – Good!

Reporter:

Are you into art at all?

Dmitry:

Yes. Drawing was my passion. I am fairly good at sketching, but I have not done it in a long time now. Basically, if I can’t be very good at it, I do not spend much time on it. I excelled at guitar and music, but I am bad at basketball. It is not enough for me to do something just for fun. I have to be really good at it or not do it at all.

Robin Van Persie Adds BK8 Brand Ambassador To His List Of Accomplishments

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Robin Van Persie who is known to be one of the best strikers among his generation has now joined hands with BK8 and signed a partnership deal to make the BK8 gaming site more valuable. A contract for the partnership was signed between the genius and the most enthusiastic Robin Van Persie and the BK8 to start with the idea of making BK8 the number one gaming platform.

As Robin Van is an Arsenal and Manchester United Football Club’s genius, and a Dutch Legend, this partnership was signed to create a strong brand image of the BK8 by using Robin Van’s remarkable image set in front of the world and take steps forward in initiating the market share of BK8 in Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Apart from these countries, the goal of the deal is to encourage more people or players to join and become a part of the BK8 gaming site.

All the marketing plans and campaigns of BK8 will be taken forward by Robin Van and due to this, his enthusiasm can be judged by his statement about his partnership deal with BK8. He says that he is thrilled and is looking forward to promoting the BK8 brand and encourages more players to join the platform and become a part of the amazing games. He also says that he is thrilled to become a brand ambassador for BK8 to promote their aim and their brand image in Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia. He is looking forward to becoming a part of BK8 and helps it to achieve its mission and goals.

Therefore, something great is coming this year as BK8 will be starting its journey to promote an influencing brand image through sponsorships and partner-shipping with Robin Persie. This idea will also successfully lead the marketing plan of BK8 and will spread awareness about its brand to a massive audience.

 The main idea and the goal that BK8 is looking forward to achieving is to encourage not only the existing members and players of BK8 but also to encourage and engage the sports players in the gaming industry of BK8. The General Manager of BK8, Lawrance Wayneson highly appreciated the partnership deal with Robin Persie and said that he is confident about this deal that will ensure to bring successful results. The plan is to make the BK8 gaming industry a massive platform for people to come and play the amazing and exclusive games on BK8.

BK8 has an affiliation with the sports games like futsal, and arrange a huge futsal tournament that was pretty influential and successful as well. Therefore, BK8 is planning to further continue these tournaments and include more games in the tournament to attract a massive audience and provide huge opportunities. This can be successfully done with the legendary Robin Van.

Further, the collaboration and the deal were looked forward by the Mediapro Asia who is also highly appreciating the new opportunities coming in due to the amazing partnership deal with the legend Robin Van. 

 

Photo Gallery: Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena

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All photos by Mini’s Memories. You can contact her at minismemories@hotmail.com

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Essential Aspects to Consider when Purchasing an Electric Guitar

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If you were contemplating on purchasing a full size electric guitar, you should rest assured to be spoilt for options. It would not be wrong to suggest that choosing a good electric guitar would be a confusing task for most people.

Let us go through the guide below to purchase an electric guitar. The guide would help you make an informed decision. It would also help you understand the difference in electric guitars to help you make an informed decision. With the help of the guide, you would purchase the best guitar suitable to meet your specific needs.

Who would be playing the guitar?

The foremost aspect to consider when purchasing a tiger acoustic guitar would be for whom you intend to purchase the guitar. If you were purchasing an electric guitar for a beginner, it would be imperative that you get a proper size guitar and has a great sound. You should also look for the kind of guitar that would allure the potential person whom you wish to buy for along with his or her guitar heroes.

You should choose an electric guitar that would address the preferences along with ensuring the players stay motivated as and when they learn to play it. A few important aspects to consider would be the size and weight of the guitar.

If you were choosing an electric guitar for someone who has been playing it for a while, the options would vary largely. The quality of the electric guitar would come with an expensive price tag. A person already playing guitar for some time now would have a specific taste. Therefore, you should consider purchasing a guitar suitable for his or her taste.

What budget do you have in mind?

Rest assured that you do not have to mortgage your home to purchase a guitar. Nonetheless, the cost of the guitar would be an essential aspect to decide before making the purchase. You may be hesitant to purchase an expensive guitar for a beginner. You may be skeptical about whether the recipient would consider sticking to it or not. It is a reasonable thought.

Good electric guitars would fit every budget. You should remember that a better guitar a beginner begins with is more likely to make him or her continue learning and playing it. A hard to play an instrument would deter the most enthusiastic of beginners.

Which guitar do you wish to purchase?

You would look forward to making the best purchase for the one who would be playing the instrument. However, the guitar should remain well within the budget. You should get a decent idea about the guitar the recipient is searching for. You should consider the style, appearance, and the essential tools of the guitar you wish to purchase. The color of the guitar could also make a significant difference.

The guitar you purchase should please you and the recipient perfectly. The guitar purchase should offer you complete satisfaction. They should also offer you with an easy return or refund policy. It would provide you the required confidence for purchasing a new guitar.

3 Benefits of Online College You Don’t Know

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Are you trying to decide whether you should go to college or not? Read this article to learn about the benefits of online college.

Did you go to college in your twenties? The world has moved on in the past thirty years and it is now very common for young people to attend. But those in the past might not have been lucky enough to have had the opportunity to go.

Now, however, it is possible for anyone to attend college because you can study online for a degree or diploma. This is perfect if you already have a career or have a family you need to look after.

Career conscious twenty-somethings who want to study whilst getting work experience also know the benefits of online college.

Here’s everything you need to know about the advantages of online learning.

  1. You Can Raise a Family and Learn

One of the biggest advantages of online learning is that it allows you to raise a family while not missing out on studying. This applies to both men and women.

Instead of having to move away, possibly even thousands of miles away, you can study from the comfort of your own home for the degree that you want. You no longer have to decide between attending the course that is perfect for you with the professors that are right for you with staying closer to home to be with your family.

Now you can study exactly what you want to study, such as at this school, and have all of your home comforts.

You can study during the day and be on call to look after your children if they are called home sick from school during the day. If you have a partner he or she can also go out to work while you stay at home and study.

With no one else in the house during the day, you can create the perfect environment for you to study, with a desk, your slippers, and your favorite hot drink.

  1. Work and Learn

Another benefit of online courses is the ability to work and learn. If you have a job you like in the town where you live it can be hard to give this up. With an online course, you can continue your job and fit your studying in around this.

Many courses are flexible anyway so you could work the entire day and finish your assignments in the evening. Some classes also allow you to study remotely part-time so that you can work for longer hours and complete your course over a longer period of time.

Remember you don’t have to study a subject related to your current work. Many people want to increase their knowledge and understanding of the world and are happy to complete their degrees over a few hours a week.

For other people, studying at home allows them to continue a job that they don’t like to support themselves so that they can leave and do something more fulfilling or higher-paid once they have completed their studies.

  1. Travel the World and Learn

Another great benefit of online classes is the ability to travel the world at the same time and learn. If you already have a remote job or savings then you can travel all over the world and study at the same time.

Time differences need to be accommodated for but sometimes this can work to your advantage. If the online classes are held during the day, the time difference could mean you could attend the classes if it is nighttime where you are.

Having the freedom to study from anywhere also means you are able to locate yourself in places that are more intellectually stimulating than your home town. For instance, even if you do not attend an online course with Oxford University, living in Oxford, U.K. has many benefits.

An Intellectual Environment

You are likely to be surrounded by some of the most intelligent people in the world. Befriending and networking with these people could help you to bring new perspectives to your work. This can help you stay motivated.

It may well be possible for you to access some of the great libraries and study spaces that they have in Oxford.

Hit The Beach

Perhaps an intellectual environment is not for you and what you really need is a relaxing place to study. In this case, relocating to the beach might be a better option.

The Caribbean or the Maldives is, of course, the best option for secluded and beautiful beaches from which to work. But it can be quite expensive. Another option might be islands in Thailand.

Equally, southern Sri Lanka is cheaper in comparison and also has spectacular scenery.

Benefits of Online College? Take Control of Your Life 

The benefits of online college almost always outweigh traditional studying. If you have a family then you can stay at home and look after your children while studying.

If they are older and are attending school then you can study during the day, safe in the knowledge that you can be there for them if they get sick at school.

One of the biggest benefits of online courses is that you can study from anywhere. If your home town is getting you down then you can hop on a plane to somewhere more intellectually stimulating.

Or perhaps the beach is the best place for you to study, a cocktail in hand. The cost of living is also considerably cheaper in some parts of the world, easing your financial burden.

If you are interested in learning more about the benefit of online classes then be sure to check out the rest of our site.

How to download youtube videos to mp4

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The MP4 format is a container that is capable of holding high-quality videos along with audios, stills and images.MP4 is an upgrade from the old school MP3 format giving you advanced technology. This format can easily be recognized as they function with extension .mp4.

Now, what has taken our online video watching experience to the next level? It is non-other than YouTube. With millions of videos of every genre possible, this has become the common platform you visit at least once a day! What happens if you get disconnected from the Internet? All the video watching experience on YouTube goes in vain. 

But no, more! As you can quickly get the videos downloaded and converted into the MP4 format making the days without the Internet eventful. You are worrying that your favorite video might disappear? Simply, download and save the video of your choice and enjoy them at your leisure in premium quality. The steps involved in this process is relatively simple, and you can easily accomplish them all by yourself. But before we head on to the steps, let us look into the considerations we need make while opting for a converter.

Things to remember while choosing a YouTube to MP4 converter

A downloader cum converter is a choice that everybody has because of its advanced technology. But besides, the technology in use, it is also capable of enabling an efficient method. However, while choosing an option for yourself to convert the YouTube video into an MP4 format, you must take into consideration the setup and output options. These two are the criterion which largely depends on the user’s preference. A perfect choice of video downloader after considering these specifications will indeed give you a vibrant experience as you use them. Besides, compatibility also needs to be considered. Whether you are using an iOS device or Android, you need to check whether the downloader functions with them appropriately.

Types of YouTube to MP4 converters:

There is a list of different kinds of YouTube to MP4 converters that you’ll find on the web. Platforms such as https://youtubetomp4.org/ are very beneficial for this purpose for their swift interface. Besides, this innovative platform, there is numerous software that can be used. Some of them are compatible with iOS devices, while some are pro in your PC or Android phones and tablets. The following are a list of the option you can choose from:

  • YTD Video Converter
  • Any Video Converter
  • 4K Video Downloader
  • aTube Catcher
  • Free YouTube Download

Steps for converting YouTube video to MP4 format

Down below are the detailed steps that are involved in making the download and conversion fruitful. The process is very efficient if they are followed by accuracy:

STEP 1: Download the software by means of which you want to enable the YouTube video to MP4 conversion. Selecting the right platform is really important. Visit the website and download the software for initiating the process of transformation.

STEP 2: Make the necessary adjustments in the software you are using for having a clear understanding of the process. See-through the options and the list provided in it, such that you do not face any difficulty while working on it.

STEP 3: The next step involves finding the video you want to download. You can either copy the URL from YouTube and paste it in the search box and click enter. The second option is to search from the table in the software, the video you want to download. The website interface has the provision to help you explore the video of your choice.

STEP 3: The following step is the download. You can find the download option in the interface which allows you to get your favorite video downloaded. Before clicking on the download, you need to adjust the settings provided as there are multiple format options available to select MP4 so that it converts and downloads the video in the specified format. 

STEP 4: Sit back and enjoy the playlist and video at your leisure!

Conclusion:

The steps involved in the conversion of the YouTube video into MP4 format are more comfortable using this above procedure. Most of the video downloaders and converters are designed with a user-friendly interface, making it easier for you to access. While most of them work in the same way, specific manuals for the websites are available to make your job easier. It is essential that you follow the steps in detail to have ease of access to the contents in offline mode! 

While you are away from the Internet or Wifi, or if you have a slow internet speed with a lot of buffering interference, downloading and converting into high-quality format is advisable. Wander to the wilderness while not missing your favorite videos on YouTube!

Amazing Apps to Help You Become a Better Soccer Player

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Introduction

Soccer is one of those games that always attract a crowd. Everyone loves to watch and many enjoy playing it. It is a game that requires incredible dexterity and speed. Most of us can sit in awe watching the world’s top athletes. For some, however, reaching their level could be attainable. A great level of dedication is needed, as well as a few tricks that can help you on your way up. I have been a semi-professional for a while now and might have some advice to offer you on your journey to success.

Master the basics in case you don’t have a strong foundation

Before you try any impossible tricks you’ve seen on TV, it is important to ask yourself whether you’ve mastered all the basics. In order to get better at soccer, you first need to build a strong foundation. There is simply no way around it. You should learn all the rules by heart and be able to recall them on any occasion during the game. Of course, practice makes perfect, and only by committing to improve your soccer skills can you expect to see progress. A good coach is a great thing to have but, if you can’t afford to have one by your side every time you play, you can still rely on some online resources to monitor your game.

Improve your ball control & never miss a shot

One thing I always had trouble with was precision. You can’t do much without it and, if that is the area you’re struggling with, I urge you to start working on it as soon as possible. In order to achieve better ball control, you need to focus on your balance and coordination, making sure that your feet always do exactly what your brain tells them to. Silly as it may sound, this is often more difficult said than done – especially at the break-neck speed the average game tends to happen. Try doing a ball control challenge and you will quickly see where your skills may be lacking.

Take your dribbling to the next level & beat every opponent

Another important part of your play is dribbling. Doing it well will mean that you will easily scoot by any opponent and score a goal with ease. If you’re not exactly sure how to improve your soccer dribbling or simply don’t have access to a coach at the moment, you can still achieve a lot by using your smartphone. I know it sounds odd but plenty of apps out there offer advice on how to take your game to the next level. While trying to pick up a few nuggets of wisdom off of the internet, I found this list of apps – most of which have proven surprisingly useful.

Training Apps to Become a Better Soccer Player

These can help you with dribbling training, improving your precision, and getting where you want to be a lot faster. They won’t replace a pro coach, of course, but there is no harm in using them to polish your skills.

Conclusion

Playing soccer with your friends on a Sunday morning is one thing but taking it to a professional level is a whole different ball game. If you want to improve, you should make sure that you’ve mastered the basics before taking it any further. Commit to doing a ball control challenge on a regular basis, focus on your dribbling, and you will be on the road to success. Also, remember that there is no shame in relying on technology and apps to improve your skills. Scientists and artists use it, so why shouldn’t athletes benefit from it too?

 

Why word counter tool is needed?

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Many people have a passion for writing. In the 21st century, budding writers have a lot of opportunities to shine. There are blogs as well as social media that encourage this creative streak of writing in people. SEO articles have an extended word limit. This word limit is higher than in others because SEO articles need more information. So, it is believed that longer articles are more informative.

How is word limit important?

Authors need to complete their works within a specified word limit. Otherwise, publishers think that the new authors may run the risk of being repetitive. On the other hand, students may tend to include irrelevant information in their projects if a word limit is not set.

What is the alternative to manual counting?

However, can we imagine manually counting the words in a project which has a limit of 1000 words? Not only will it be time-consuming, but also inaccurate. In this world of technological advancement, even counting words have been simplified. We have a tool for calculating terms. It is known as word counter tool.

An insight on word counter tool:

  • This tool is used by bloggers too. They recommend this tool because most of the blogs have a particular word limit. Anything lower than that doesn’t get accepted.
  • The best part of this tool is that it accepts writing in all formats. The word counter, which is inbuilt with Google Docs, will only count the words written in Google Docs. On the other hand, the word counting tool which we are discussing here is an independent one.
  • As a result, it is compatible with different formats, like Microsoft Powerpoint, PDF formats, and Microsoft Excel. That is why students who write their essays in many documents, count the words through this tool.
  • In fact, people may also write directly in the input box of this tool. After they have completed writing in that app, they check the word count there. After they reach the target of words, they copy the text and paste it in the required document.
  • This tool counts the words as well as characters in mobiles and computers. The good news is that such a useful tool is free of cost.So, anybody may install it. Even students do not feel the pinch in their pockets while installing it.
  • This tool even works even when the user creates a landing page for Google Adwords. Not only does it save time, but it also provides accurate data within seconds.
  • It works fast, providing the word count of lengthy documents like books almost immediately. This tool not only provides the number of words but also the name of characters and sentences.

Veteran writers strive to write thought-provoking and informative articles. Here, they face a dilemma. If the reports are too long, they tend to be confusing. On the other hand, if they start counting the number of words, they get distracted. This area is where the tool is useful.

Content writers are often paid on a pay per word basis. So, this tool helps them keep track of the number of words they have written on each article. Since it provides accurate data, there is no scope of the dispute.

Conclusion:

Writing is an art of transforming thoughts into words while following specific rules regarding grammar, punctuation, and spelling. So, we may consider writing to be an art.

The word counter app doesn’t allow the art of writing to become monotonous by letting the author do more counting than writing.

Classical Music is Alive and Well Everywhere

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Classical music is often put down as being a dead genre, one that was left behind a century ago. While you won’t see a classical music act, musician, or composer in the popular music charts, the genre has transcended the mainstream music scene to become a core element across entertainment.

Many people will remember the craze for Mozart music back in the 1990s, when scientists claimed that the music helped babies sleep, with classical music often cited for its relaxing effects. There’s even a pianist who plays classical music to blind elephants at a sanctuary in Thailand. But along with soothing notions, classical music can also create tense moments, emphasize power, and enhance a feeling of grandeur in an audience.

Classical music is far from being a dead genre; in fact, you listen to it far more than you know.

Classical music is still in modern music

Today’s music may sound and appear very differently to that of classical music, and yet the foundation of almost every current pop song is from the classic era.

Franz Schubert (1797-1828) could be said to be the father of pop music, having created a three-minute, verse-chorus-based song that was intended as a shorter and more melodic piece rather than his usual works as a classical composer. Schubert wrote hundreds of these short songs, perfecting the craft of short and simple music that has led to the modern music scene of today.

Almost all modern songs can be seen as having roots in classical music, but many even use samples from the supposedly dead era in their music. Lady Gaga’s Alejandro uses Vittorio Monti’s (1868-1922) Csardas for the intro, and Little Mix utilized the tune of Pavane by Gabriel Faure (1845-1924) in the song Little Me.

Classical music is in your favorite games

For a game to reach its full potential and become an immersive experience for players, it has to have a top-quality soundtrack. In many of the biggest single-player and open-world games of recent years, developers have turned to modern classical composers to create soundtracks.

One of the most notable of recent times is Jeremy Soule for his work on Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, the tremendous The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War. All feature tracks of some level of serenity as well as powerful, thunderous pieces that enhance the action.

But some games go much further than merely featuring a classical soundtrack: some are wholly based on the works of a classical composer. Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741) is famed for his concerti The Four Seasons, which captures the essence of spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Through such a powerful and well-known piece, developers High 5 Games decided to use the music as the basis of their free online game, featuring each of the seasons being high-value icons.

Classical music enhances the cinematic experience

As is the case in gaming, the soundtrack used in movies is needed to tell the viewers how they should be feeling at certain moments, and then emphasizing those demands. Currently dominating the box office, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is a huge fan of classical music and its power to influence the audience’s mood.

Used in many different ways across the 23 films of the MCU, the most powerful pieces have come from Alan Silvestri and his compositions for the Infinity Saga-ending chapters of Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. The biggest moment in the entirety of the saga came in a climactic moment in Endgame, which sees almost every main character from across the movies assemble to fight the enemy, with the classical music created by Silvestri, ‘Portals,’ making it an unforgettable scene for film fans.

Further back, you can easily cite the likes of Raging Bull, The Shining, Apocalypse Now, the Star Wars saga, and, of course, the epic Howard Shore-conducted soundtrack of The Lord of the Rings trilogy.
Classical pieces may not be competing in the weekly music charts, but it’s going very well across almost all forms of popular modern entertainment.