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“Buried Alive” unearths Roaring 20s classics
Michael Nagy delivers what seems like a stream of consciousness monologue. Schoeck knew how to write for the voice -- and Nagy knows how to bring Schoeck's music to life.
Classical Interviews – Erica Sipes
#ClassicsaDay #ClassicalTimeMachine Week 3
Classical musicians have been making recordings since the 1890s. So we have over 130 years of documented performance practices. And we can judge first-hand the artistry of legendary performers.
Sarah Connolly shines in Arthur Bliss cantatas
At the time, these works were considered a little old-fashioned. Heard now, though, I think they show the originality of Bliss’ vision — and his skill at orchestration.
Joan Manén - a composer worth knowing
Cantica Symphonia masterfully perform Josquin Desprez
This is a wonderful collection of Josquin's music. He was considered the greatest composer of his age. As this release shows. even within this tightly focused grouping, Josquin's imagination was limitless.
Aquarelles -- music-making with old friends
This is what chamber music should be about -- a conversation among old friends.
Classical Interviews – Sharin Apostolou
Ader Artist-in-Residence Sharin Apostolou of Charlottesville Opera spoke with WTJU recently about how she got her start singing, her favorite operas and musicals, and how COVID has affected her work.
#ClassicsaDay #ClassicalTimeMachine Week 2
Classical musicians have been making recordings since the 1890s. So we all have over 130 years of documented performance practices. And we can judge first-hand the artistry of legendary performers.
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