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Sir Kenneth Branagh’s Macbeth impresses in Manchester
Sir Kenneth Branagh’s first appearance as Macbeth has confirmed him to be an “intemperately exciting Shakespearean actor” in what is a “great” production of the play, critics have decided.
New York Times
A Chamber Ensemble’s Passionate Swan Song
The Tokyo String Quartet says farewell at Norfolk Festival.
Gramophone
Doyle replaces Matthew Halls, who steps down due to increased conducting commitments.
Classic FM
Classic FM bags an Arqiva Award for jingles
Classic FM has triumphed in the Station Imaging category at the 2013 Arqiva Awards, for their ‘The Sound Of Classic FM’ jingle package.
Limelight Magazine
Australian expat orchestra takes on London
Limelight Magazine talk to the daring young female conductor behind Ruthless Jabiru – London’s only all-Australian orchestra.
Guardian
On the art of variation: why Paganini’s theme is so popular
From Liszt to Lutosłaski, composers have so often turned to Paganini’s Caprice No 24 for inspiration – with satisfying and scintillating results.
Telegraph
Art as science? Computer technology and classical music
The Telegraph considers the merits of using technology in classical music and explains why two “so-so” concerts have stuck firmly in his mind.
Guardian
Violinist and teacher who was leader of the London Symphony and BBC Symphony orchestras has died aged 86.
BBC News