2024

Over the years, I’ve learned a lot about street photography. With over a decade of photographing every single day, the practice has brought me deep fulfillment and a rich sense…

Every street photographer would benefit from making a sketchbook. My advice: delete your Instagram and create a sketchbook! Instead of sharing an Instagram handle with those you meet, let them…

The camera is more than a tool — it’s a passport that opens doors to the world. By integrating an Instax camera into my photography process, I’ve discovered it unlocks…

The History of Western Music

Aristotle’s De Anima (translated as On the Soul) delves into the nature of the soul, exploring its relationship with the body, its faculties, and the essence of life itself. This…

What’s poppin, people? It’s Dante, currently catching the sunrise here in Philadelphia. Just letting the light peer into my eyes. You know, there’s something special about light—sunlight and the warmth…

Isn’t it incredible that you can take a bus, and it just drops you off wherever you need to be? It’s one of those things that people take for granted.…

Repetition is the key to improvement in any field of art, but in street photography, it’s especially practical. Much of the time, it can be difficult to find something captivating…

“If your pictures aren’t good enough, you’re not close enough.” – Robert Capa Getting closer is a fundamental principle in street photography that can transform your work. By stepping in…

Street photography is a tricky genre because of its candid nature—photographing strangers can be intimidating, especially for beginners. The fear of confrontation or rejection can hold you back from pressing…

In street photography, there’s a lot of misconception about focal lengths. Many photographers get caught up in the debate about which camera or lens is best suited for different situations.…

Over the years, I found a few different things that helped me improve my work. When it comes to street photography, it’s all about practice, repetition, and putting in that…

When it comes to street photography, many people seem to be searching for that spark of creativity to get them going. Whether you’re feeling stuck or just looking to reignite…

One common misconception about street photography is that you must always be a fly on the wall, never interacting with your subjects. I’m here to dispel this myth and grant…

First and foremost, photographers are only really responsible for what they decide to put within the four corners of the frame and when to press the shutter. Composition is the…

Street photography is not just about capturing images—it’s about engaging with the world around you. It’s a visual game and a physical pleasure. The act of observing life and framing…

As we conclude this series of lectures, it’s time to reflect on where we stand today in the world of music. After a broad survey of the evolution of music…

In this essay, we’ll explore the dramatic transformations that music underwent in the post-war era. Spanning a period of about 30 years, this time saw exponential changes in musical thought,…

The transition from the Romantic era to the Modernist period in music represents a profound evolution in artistic expression, driven by societal changes and technological advancements. As the 19th century…

After the death of Beethoven in 1827, composers began expanding the possibilities of music, moving away from the Classical ideals of balance, symmetry, clarity, humanism, and Enlightenment values. Beethoven, as…

In today’s lecture series, we delve into the High Classical Style, a transformative period in Western music that emerged following the Baroque and set the stage for the Romantic era.…

For many musicians, historians, and listeners, Johann Sebastian Bach stands at the summit of Western music. Bach’s contributions are not only immense in quantity but also unmatched in their depth,…

We previously discussed the distinctive elements of music in various cultures, and now we shift our focus to the evolution of music in the West. This guide outlines the chronology…

This study guide explores the origins and evolution of Western music, focusing on the development of music notation, the role of medieval theory, and the emergence of rhythmic complexity. It…

Music is more than an art form; it is a vital aspect of human culture and experience. This guide explores the significance of music, its cultural dimensions, and the skills…

The word nature originates from the Latin natura, meaning birth, character, or constitution. Natura stems from the verb nasci, which means to be born. In classical Latin, it referred to…

The etymology of “Jerusalem” is complex, with roots in ancient languages. It is derived from the ancient Semitic word “Yerushalayim” (ירושלים in Hebrew). The first part, “Yeru” (ירו), is thought…