Opinion: Frédéric Chaslin and the Israeli Opera
Monday 12th January '15
It was reported today by Pizzicato that French conductor Frédéric Chaslin refused to conduct the Israeli Opera on Saturday after his request to have a moment of commemoration for the victims of the terrorist attacks in …
Read12th September: Benjamin Britten and brilliance at Berghain
Wednesday 12th September '12
Classic FMBritten to be honoured on 50 pence pieceThe Royal Mint announced the new coin today as part of 'Britten 100', a huge anniversary celebration of the composer's life and work.GramophoneBerlin's Yellow Lounge plays host …
Read25th November – Shostakovich’s ‘Orango’ plus Scottish Opera’s new composer in residence
Friday 25th November '11
LA TimesShostakovich's 'Orango' found, finished and set for Disney HallOlga Digonskaya uncovered Shostakovich's lost opera 'Orango', which Gerard McBurney has orchestrated. Peter Sellars directs, Esa-Pekka Salonen conducts at Walt Disney Concert Hall.Slipped Disc: Norman LebrechtA …
ReadHidden Musical Gems
Monday 22nd November '10
What is the first thought that comes into your head when the name 'Edward Elgar' is mentioned? The quintessential English composer? The last night of the Proms? That massive moustache? These reactions to Elgar demonstrate …
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