Ysabel Sarte

Topic Editor - Classical Music
Papers & Coffee - ys
Papers & Coffee - ys

Myself In "Mullet Points"

Business in the front...

  • Bachelor's Degree in Music. Clarinet Performance with secondary emphasis in Music History.
  • Master's Degree in Music. Clarinet Performance with a teaching assistantship.
  • Adjunct university professor teaching subjects in Music Theory, Ear Training and Music Literature.
  • Maintains thriving private clarinet studio.
  • Contributing writer for A Composer's Insight, Vol. 4: Thoughts, Analysis and Commentary on Contemporary Masterpieces for Wind Band (Meredith Press, 2010).
  • National and international performance experience.

...Party in the back

  • Amateur blogger.
  • Even more amateur cook.
  • Major LOST fan(atic).
  • Has lived in: California, Philippines, Washington state, Tennessee and Texas.
  • Claims the Dvorak Cello Concerto to be the greatest piece of music ever written.
  • Is a sucker for queso and chips despite being allergic to dairy.
  • Likes a good Ketel One dirty martini on occasion.
  • Dislikes misinformed, ignorant people who spew opinions.
  • Enjoys Cheers reruns.

Ysabel Sarte is a classically trained musician and music educator who spends a vast majority of her time pursuing interests unrelated to music.

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Latest Articles

 		Maestro Dudamel Leads an Exciting Season with the LA Philharmonic
Gustavo Dudamel continues to excite the city of Los Angeles and the entire musical community during his third year directing the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Oct 17, 2011 - Ysabel Sarte
A History of Classical Music: The Ars Nova
We round out our discussion of Medieval music with a look at the Ars Nova. Music becomes complex, to the extent that it leads to a new era: the Renaissance
Aug 7, 2011 - Ysabel Sarte
A History of Classical Music: The Medieval Secular Tradition
Not all Medieval music was sacred. Here, we examine the other side of life in the Medieval musical world: the secular tradition.
Aug 7, 2011 - Ysabel Sarte
A History of Classical Music: The Ars Antiqua
At the end of the Early Middle Ages, composers began to experiment with the idea of adding a second melodic line to chant. This was called organum.
Jul 18, 2011 - Ysabel Sarte
A History of Classical Music: Medieval Chant
Sacred chant dominated during the Early Middle Ages. Here, a closer look at chant music as well as an interesting historical figure: Hildegard von Bingen.
Jul 8, 2011 - Ysabel Sarte
Fresh and Delicious Fish Tacos Inspired by Seattle Cuisine
Whether you have 45 minutes or only 10, a tasty fish taco supper can be on your table tonight.
Jul 6, 2011 - Ysabel Sarte
A History of Classical Music: The Early Middle Ages
During the first several hundred years of the Medieval Era, the creation and performance of music was under the strict control of one very powerful entity.
Jul 6, 2011 - Ysabel Sarte
A History of Classical Music, Series Overview: In The Beginning
The first article in an ongoing series in which we examine the history of classical music from von Bingen to van Beethoven and Beyond.
Jul 5, 2011 - Ysabel Sarte
A History of Classical Music: Basic Terms
This page will help familiarize you with any musical terms you may need to brush up on during our ongoing discussion of classical music history.
Jul 5, 2011 - Ysabel Sarte
Who is Jon Huntsman?
Jon Huntsman entered the 2012 presidential race in June 2011, joining fellow Republican hopefuls Romney, Bachmann, Gingrich and...many others. Who is he?
Jul 3, 2011 - Ysabel Sarte