The Classical Music Minute

Steven Hobé, Composer & Host
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The Classical Music Minute

Ever wonder who were the Florentine Camerata? Where did the conductor’s baton come from? Or the difference between Opera Buffa and Opera Seria? These little nuggets of classical music trivia are what this podcast is all about. Come hop around music history with me, Steven Hobé, as we take a minute to get the scoop!

  1. 3D AGO

    Elgar’s Triumphant Soundtrack: From Studio to Stadium

    Description Elgar’s Triumphant Soundtrack: From Studio to Stadium in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop! Fun Fact Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1 was so beloved at its debut that the audience demanded an encore—twice. Elgar reportedly walked home overwhelmed by the applause, later saying, “I’ve got it, I’ve got it.” The melody’s transformation into a graduation theme was entirely unplanned but became iconic worldwide. _________________________________________________________________...

    1 min

  2. APR 7

    Royal Albert Hall: A Regal Stage for Icons

    Description Royal Albert Hall: A Regal Stage for Icons in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop! Fun Fact When Led Zeppelin played Royal Albert Hall in 1970, their performance was so powerful that the venue’s management banned rock concerts for a while! Decades later, rock icons like Eric Clapton and David Bowie reclaimed the stage, proving the hall could handle both symphonies and screaming guitars. __________________________________________________________________ About Steven, Host S...

    1 min

  3. MAR 31

    Carnegie Hall: A Stage for Legends

    Description Carnegie Hall: A Stage for Legends in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop! Fun Fact In 1962, The Beatles were rejected by Decca Records, who claimed "guitar groups are on the way out." Two years later, they rocked Carnegie Hall in a sold-out show, proving just how wrong Decca was! Their performance was so wild that police had to hold back screaming fans. __________________________________________________________________ About Steven, Host Steven is a Canadian composer &...

    1 min

  4. MAR 24

    Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 1 – A Teenage Prodigy’s Bold Beginning

    Description Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 1 – A Teenage Prodigy’s Bold Beginning in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop! Fun Fact Rachmaninoff composed his Piano Concerto No. 1 at 18, then revised it in 1917, refining its structure and orchestration. Though overshadowed by his later works, it bursts with virtuosity and emotional depth, foreshadowing his iconic style. __________________________________________________________________ About Steven, Host Steven is a Canadian composer...

    1 min

  5. MAR 17

    Liszt’s Dazzling Masterpiece: The 20-Year Journey of His First Piano Concerto

    Description Liszt’s Dazzling Masterpiece: The 20-Year Journey of His First Piano Concerto in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop! Fun Fact Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 1 took over 20 years to complete, blending dazzling piano virtuosity with bold orchestration. Premiered in 1855 with Berlioz conducting, it featured dramatic runs and an unusual triangle part. Initially criticized, it later became a beloved staple of the Romantic piano repertoire. __________________________________________...

    1 min

  6. MAR 10

    Mozart’s Final Years: Defying Fate

    Description Mozart’s Final Years: Defying Fate in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop! Fun Fact In his final years, Mozart’s letters reveal confidence, struggle, and an eerie sense of fate. As he composed the Requiem, he seemed to foresee his death, yet his genius endured, leaving the world in awe. __________________________________________________________________ About Steven, Host Steven is a Canadian composer & actor living in Toronto. Through his music, he creates a range of w...

    1 min

  7. MAR 3

    Mozart in Paris: A Stormy Prelude

    Description Mozart in Paris: A Stormy Prelude in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop! Fun Fact Mozart’s 1778 trip to Paris was filled with frustration, rejection, and tragedy. His letters to his father reveal disdain for aristocrats, financial worries, and grief over his mother’s death. Despite composing great music, his Parisian experience left him deeply disillusioned. __________________________________________________________________ About Steven, Host Steven is a Canadian compose...

    1 min

  8. FEB 24

    Swan Lake: Tchaikovsky’s Enchanting Ballet of Love and Tragedy

    Description Swan Lake: Tchaikovsky’s Enchanting Ballet of Love and Tragedy in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop! Fun Fact Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake is a legendary ballet of love and tragedy, featuring an unforgettable score. Despite initial rejection, it became an enduring masterpiece. Its haunting melodies and dramatic storytelling capture the grace of ballet and the depths of human emotion, securing its place as a timeless classic. ___________________________________________________...

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    Ever wonder who were the Florentine Camerata? Where did the conductor’s baton come from? Or the difference between Opera Buffa and Opera Seria? These little nuggets of classical music trivia are what this podcast is all about. Come hop around music history with me, Steven Hobé, as we take a minute to get the scoop!

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      Steven Hobé, Composer & Host
    • Years Active
      2021 - 2025
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