Andrew Benson Brown

Andrew Benson Brown is the outreach director for the Society of Classical Poets and the author of “Legends of Liberty,” an epic poem about the American Revolution.

The Great American Poetry Competition: A Celebration of Values

Calling all poets, high school-aged and up: Share your 'well-versed' patriotic-themed stanzas for America's 250th anniversary.

America's 250th June 3, 2026
The Wisdom of Lived Experience Distilled Into Phrases

Author Yahia Lababidi speaks on the power of the aphorism for 'wisdom surfaces where the powerful are not ...

Literature May 18, 2026
Restoring the Soul in Art: An Interview With Michael Curtis

The 'classive' artist talks about the return to what is truly beautiful and classical in art in order ...

Traditional Culture May 16, 2026
A Poetry for the Time Capsule: ‘This Far Country’ by Joseph Bottum

In a just world, Joseph Bottum would be our US Poet Laureate.

America's 250th April 29, 2026
Towards Cultural Renewal: The Great American Art Competition

The Great American Art Competition is a beginning step to restore the nation's artistic traditions.

America's 250th April 19, 2026
The Enduring Sonnet: ‘Renderings’ by William Baer

A classical approach to the translation of Western poems is preserved in this latest compilation.

Book Recommendation March 3, 2026
Bach’s Musical Symbolism

The genius of Bach is also the mystery of Bach. Johann Sebastian Bach left behind no personal letters ...

Music February 17, 2026
Sally Cook: Painting With Words

Poetry lovers everywhere mourn the death of the multitalented wordsmith Sally Cook.

Literature February 2, 2026
Scientists Confirming Ancient Revelations of a Musical Divine Order

Pythagoras and Johannes Kepler found patterns and repetitions in seemingly random events.

Traditional Culture February 1, 2026
The Plot to Overthrow George Washington

The 'Conway Cabal' was an underhanded attempt to discredit and disempower the man who became the first president ...

American Essence January 14, 2026
New Year’s Resolutions From the Great Composers

These composers remind us that greatness is built as much on character, discipline, and perseverance as it is ...

Music January 3, 2026
Marianna von Martines: Vienna’s Brightest Voice

The little-known female composer is now celebrated for her grand motet 'Dixit Dominus.'

Music December 25, 2025
Clara Barton, Angel of Missing Soldiers

This Civil War nurse devoted her life to taking care of injured soldiers, disaster victims, and those left ...

American Essence November 26, 2025
Building Hope: The Ohio Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Orphans’ Home

What started as a place to house children displaced by the Civil War became a legacy of hope ...

American Essence November 12, 2025
Vivaldi’s Women: How a Venetian Orphanage Found Its Voice

The all-female ensemble mentored by the Antonio Vivaldi enjoys a revived interest today.

Music November 6, 2025
Johann Strauss II at 200

On what would be the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss II, take a moment to celebrate his contributions ...

Music October 25, 2025
On Track with Owney: A Dog’s Postal Odyssey

The U.S. Railway Mail Service's furry mascot traveled the world and then some.

American Essence September 18, 2025
Long Lives, Late Styles: 5 Composers Who Never Retired

These classical composers had plenty of creative steam well into their old age, providing generations with music that's ...

Music August 29, 2025
Reviving Poetry’s Public Life: An Upcoming Symposium

The Society of Classical Poets offers attendees poetry readings, presentations on the history of classical poetry, and members’ ...

Literature August 25, 2025
The Genius and the ‘Birdbrain’: Mozart’s Starling

The great composer's feathered friend was his constant companion and muse.

Music August 23, 2025
Florence Nightingale: Lighting the Way

This groundbreaking English nurse saved thousands of injured soldiers' lives and revolutionized 19th-century sanitation in the medical field.

American Essence August 12, 2025
The Composer Behind ‘O Fortuna’ and Modern Latin Chant

The opening melody of Carl Orff's 'Carmina Burana' is instantly recognizable today, but its roots lie in an ...

Music July 30, 2025
Haiku: The People’s Poem

In an interview, Thomas Rimer, who will be a judge in the Society of Classical Poets 2025 Haiku ...

Literature July 22, 2025
Theodore Roosevelt: Architect of America’s Navy

The Rough Rider paved the way for the country's expansion of the Navy to be first in the ...

American Essence July 20, 2025
Symphonies and Sentences: Beethoven in Literature

Beethoven's music inspired many writers, who honored the great composer in their works.

Music June 30, 2025
Gilbert and Sullivan: Modern Major Geniuses

This world-famous opera-making duo did more than make audience members laugh—they laid the foundations for the 20th-century musical.

Performing Arts June 22, 2025
‘The Count of Monte Cristo’ in a New Abridged Edition

The Alexandre Dumas favorite is rereleased just in time for summer reading.

Book Review June 20, 2025