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Inspirational Music - Antonin Dvorak

  • 8 Sept 2014

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This morning, in celebration of composer Antonin Dvorak's birthday, we are sharing this video of of the Great Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by Herbert von Karajan, playing the 9th Symphony of his "From the new world". We hope you find it as amazing as we do! 

If you have something that you find particularly productive, we would love to hear about that.

 

New trigger lock height adjustment for Roughneck music stand

  • 2 Sept 2014
Wenger Roughneck Music Stand is a tough customer and thanks to a new easy to operate trigger-locking height adjustment mechanism, is quick to set up at a level that suits any musician.

Simply squeeze the adjustment collar, slide and tilt the desk to the preferred height, release and it’s locked in place ready to take up to 30 pounds loading. Roughneck is of steel construction and finished with a tough powder coat scratch resistant paint finish. Plus it comes with a generous 5 year warranty.

Take a look at our video. where marketing manager, Alice Dagger demonstrates how the adjustment mechnism operates.



Customers In Action - RTÉ Concert Orchestra

  • 5 Sept 2014

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Black Cat Music are very proud to present another one of our valued customers - The RTÉ Concert Orchestra, under conductor David Brophy, performing Pirates of the Caribbean as part of its Movie Classics concerts.

As always, we will be using our Friday morning blog to showcase our customers in action and promote some of our customers upcoming events and services. If you would like us to be promoting your events or showcasing your work, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Inspirational Music - Englebert Humperdinck

  • 3 Sept 2014

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This morning, in celebration of composer Englebert Humperdinck's birthday (not to be confused with the British singer), we are sharing this recording of The Overture from his opera Hansel und Gretel. We hope you find it as amazing as we do! 

If you have something that you find particularly productive, we would love to hear about that.

 

Music Education Expo 2015 registration opens soon

  • 26 Aug 2014
Music Education Expo organizer, Rhinegold has announced that Registration opens 1st September.

The 2015 show takes place from 12th to 13th March at the Barbican in London. Black Cat Music and sister company MusicPracticeRooms.com are both Platinum Sponsors and will be exhibiting and also participating in the associated conference.

Registration is free, so make a note to sign up next week. We look forward to seeing you at the show.

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Great 'Back to School' offer on Classic 50 Music Stands

  • 27 Aug 2014
During September, Black Cat Music is offering 10% discount on their best selling Classic 50 music stands in a special ‘Back to School’ promotion. Quantity discount breaks allow purchase prices as low as £37.12 when purchased in quantities of 50 or more. Schools and colleges looking to equip with new music stands designed for robust and regular handling can take advantage of this great offer throughout the month.

Already a top seller, the popular Classic 50 Music Stand is tough enough to handle the hardships of regular classroom use thanks to a formula of advanced polymers offering inherent tensile strength that will not bend or dent like metal stands. Its elegant design makes it quiet and rattle-free during performances. And the scratch resistant desk surface also incorporates a unique recess for keeping pencils in place. The patented one-hand height adjustment of the music desk is simplicity itself, requiring no screw or locking collar adjustments. To learn more watch the Classic 50 put through its paces at YouTube.com

For full details on the September offer can be found on the Black Cat Music web site.



Good posture improves musician performance

  • 28 Aug 2014
How the body is aligned can have a dramatic impact on musical performance. A suitably designed posture chair available from Black Cat Music can provide this essential support.

The human body is more naturally suited for standing, but in rehearsals and perfornmances musicians are usually seated. To improve the situation when seated, Wenger designed the posture chair to mimic the standing position. For players of wind instruments holding a good posture, with the instrument correctly held, opens up the chest cavity allowing for good breathing. Sitting in properly designed chairs then enables the musician to focus on technique by using less energy and enabling better concentration.

Take a look at our video.



Customers In Action - National Children's Orchestra

  • 3 Sept 2014

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Black Cat Music are very proud to present another one of our valued customers - The National Children's Orchestra of Great Britain's Main Orchestra performing Sir Edward Elgar's Pomp and Circumstance at Symphony Hall, Birmingham.

As always, we will be using our Friday morning blog to showcase our customers in action and promote some of our customers upcoming events and services. If you would like us to be promoting your events or showcasing your work, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Inspirational Music - Leonard Bernstein

  • 25 Aug 2014

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This morning, in celebration of composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein's birthday, we are sharing this video of The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra peforming his Symphonic Dance from West Side Story. We hope you find it as amazing as we do! 

If you have something that you find particularly productive, we would love to hear about that.

 

Mastersinger choir folders - better by design

  • 20 Aug 2014
Described as the ultimate choir folder, every element of Black Cat Music’s Mastersinger choral folder has been designed with the convenience of the chorister in mind. Christine Bennett commenting on our Facebook page seems to agree.

Christine wrote, “When you sent me a sample a couple of years ago I didn't bother even trying it out, at first, because I thought it looked too fussy. Eventually, I thought I might as well give it a try... Then I realised that a lot of thought and experience has gone into the design. I bought one for myself, and recommended it to others, of whom at least one also bought one, and then several of us clubbed together (not much to pay for each of us) to buy one as a gift for a young singer about to start at college. I'm very pleased with mine.” Christine Bennett added, “I always try to give credit where it's due: I feel it gives me a better ground if ever I want to complain! ... Which I certainly haven't had to do so far.”

The Mastersinger choir folder incorporates an impressive number of useful features within its 254mm x 318mm concert black covers. Firstly it is crafted to last with custom stitching, brass corners and a metal reinforced hinge all contributing to durability. Then there are some neat features the choral singer will appreciate such as the hand strap which enables you to hold your folder comfortably with one hand and follow directions more easily. Or the inner cross-strap to keep the folder open at just the right angle and prevent music sliding out. And while you are ordering your Mastersinger folder, why not add a final personal touch by adding gold-blocking of your choir’s name or logo. Take a look at our video. to see for yourself.

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