Congratulations Sparks Sisters!

Crossover Music Magazine is proud to congratulate The Sparks Sisters on being named the winners of the 2025 Star Competition. The vocal duo, sisters Melody and Violet, impressed audiences in the public vote and earned high praise from the judging panel for their originality, vocal blend, and artistry.

Classical with a modern twist: The Sparks Sisters win Crossover Star 2025

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Classical Crossover

Breaking the cycle: How a giant middle finger to elitism invented a new sound

Hip-hop and classical music do not innately seem like two things that belong together. One is modern and raw; the other is steeped in tradition, often perceived as grand music for elites. But The Hip-Hop Orchestra Experience (THHOE) has taken both as inspiration to create something new. It all started with artistic director JooWan Kim,

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Soundabout: Bringing the life-changing power of music so everyone feels seen and included

At Crossover Music Magazine, we are so often privileged to sit with artists at different points along their journeys, emerging voices, established names, and everyone in between. Through those conversations, we connect with readers who are musicians themselves or listeners whose lives have been shaped, softened, or even transformed by the power of music. This

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Should musicians be political? Is there a “right” way to use your voice?

Disclaimer: This article reflects the personal views and beliefs of the author and does not represent an endorsement or official position of Crossover Music Magazine. “Music is the universal language” (Henry Wadsworth Longfellow), the great connector, the uniter of humanity. It has a power unlike anything else to give us hope, to comfort our sorrows,

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Classical Crossover

Jonathan Antoine releases “All of Me” signaling a new chapter

Beloved UK tenor Jonathan Antoine, who first built a following on Britain’s Got Talent, is back with a new single. “All of Me” is a reimagining of the John Legend hit that shows off the richness and emotional depth that have long delighted fans, while introducing a decidedly more contemporary flair. This new era follows

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Crossover Music Magazine is a non-profit organization. 

Crossover Music Magazine has become a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The new status means the magazine can prioritize building a vibrant community around the growing crossover music genre. From the outset, CMM has served as a platform for artists whose voices often go unheard by mainstream music outlets. While we have been honored to feature globally

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Kirsten Agresta-Copely’s unique crossover blend brings harp to the front of the contemporary stage

Harpist and composer Kirsten Agresta Copely has earned her second GRAMMY nomination for Best New Age, Ambient, or Chant Album for Kuruvinda. It’s a remarkable achievement to be recognized by the industry in back-to-back years, and it’s clear that Kirsten’s refreshing all-acoustic approach is resonating with listeners of all backgrounds. I am deeply honored by

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