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Classical Interviews – Brian Simalchik
Charlottesville composer Brian Simalchik recently spoke with WTJU about his composing style, composing for the marimba, and his latest piece "Self-Portrait(You Are Not Your Thoughts)".
#ClassicsaDay #ClassicalBubble Week 4
This month's Classics a Day theme follows a trend. In May 2020 we were sheltering in place. The theme was #ClassicalDistancing -- music for unusual solo instruments best played at home. In June, social bubbles were allowed, and so the theme #ClassicalBubble called for duos. Again, for unusual instruments best played at home.
Alwyn quartets show early influences
The Villiers Quartet, as recorded here, has a clean, natural ensemble sound. There's a slight edge to the violins, but I think that just gives these works a little extra energy.
Joseph Mayseder Mass ideal for choirs
The mass is an interesting work, as there are no featured soloists. It's strictly a choral composition from start to finish, and an exceptionally beautiful one.
Classical Interviews – Charlottesville Chamber Music Festival
Classical Interviews – Judith Shatin
Judith Shatin is a local composer, educator, and founder of UVA’s Virginia Center for Computer Music.
#ClassicsaDay #ClassicalBubble Week 3
The first time we used #ClassicalBubble it was for duets in a time of social distancing. This month we ease the restrictions even further with a theme of trios. Trios for unusual instruments
Han Rott Orchestral Works Vol. 1 - Potential realized
Rott’s early death prevented him from fully realizing his potential. But the quality of the music in this recording show just how great that potential was.
Emil Hartmann Chamber Music - Worth Exploring
The performances are outstanding. Ms. Schneider and her colleagues are clearly invested in Hartmann's works. That passion is evident in these recordings. This is music -- and a composer -- worth exploring.
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