Thomas Schoenberger Review "Classical Music Popular But Not More Than Pop" Featured in CNN Article

Aug. 14, 2013 - PRLog -- Thomas Schoenberger has composed for classical piano since he was a young boy and now routinely composes orchestral works as well.  This tireless classical music affectionado now has over 8,000 classical compositions in his repertoire. He tends to add new selections at the mindboggling rate of 30 new compositions a week.

In his featured article on CNN, http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-1017267 Schoenberger reveals, "The term "classical music" did not appear until the early 19th century, in an attempt to "canonize" the period from Johann Sebastian Bach to Beethoven as a golden age. The earliest reference to "classical music" recorded by the Oxford English Dictionary is from about 1836."

The article continues with rare and unusual glimpses into the background and acceptance of classical music. And Schoenberger has an interesting take on the genre, "In a discussion about classical music, most such discussions would result in either animated exchanges or a more mellow and introspective mood. After all, classical music does not necessarily belong to the masses of contemporary music lovers, and yet contemporary music lovers tend to like some pieces of classical music. In fact, there are several contemporary selections, including rock and hip hop that sample some classical music snippets.”

About Thomas Schoenberger
Thomas Schoenberger is a polymath, composer, historian, entrepreneur event designer, inventor and writer. His compositions have been performed by leading musical groups, including the Moscow Chamber Orchestra and other notable artists worldwide. His historical observations are developed through his extensive travels throughout Europe, the Middle East and America.

An unusually prolific composer, he has created thousands of original compositions, from piano concerto's to symphony's and operas. His first performances were as a young child and his father was a classically trained composer before becoming a medical doctor. Schoenberger's passions includes creating nurturing neuro-environments for the autistic, elderly and babies. Schoenberger has been written about in major magazines from Billboard to Good Housekeeping.

In 1986, in addition to his classical composing, he began writing audio landscapes designed to create connections with children with cognitive disorders. He went on to compose "Music for Infants" and "The ULTIMATE Baby CD" series and both globally recognized. Using original compositions employing polyphonic melodies reminiscent of both Mozart and Bach, his CD's are sold in 20 countries.

Schoenberger turned his attention toward fundraising for international cultural institutions and projects, and has used his international contacts to help preserve and raise awareness of classical music in Milan, Vienna, London and the Middle East. An avid traveler, Thomas has developed valuable relationships with museums and music festivals worldwide and has been an adviser to festival and exhibition committees internationally.

He was also the founder of an entertainment business whose client list included: Microsoft, Intel, General Electric, Pepsi, Amfac, Apple Computers and other major corporations. He also collaborated with major Napa Valley resorts including Meadowood, Silverado and Sonoma Mission Inn; wineries such as Mondavi, Opus One, Caymus and Clos Pegase. Currently he works as a composer, cultural ambassador and with Associated Entertainment Consultants in new ventures and business development.

Thomas Schoenberger
Classical Composer
www.ThomasSchoenberger.com
thomasschoenbergermusic@gmail.com

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