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Naxos launches Claudio Santoro Symphonic Series
Classical music can be a universal language. And one that can be adapted to the aesthetics of virtually any culture. Santoro demonstrates that with these two works. And I'm sure they're not isolated examples, either. This is a series I'm eager to follow.
WorldView Episode 29: Elizabeth Pizer & Paul Chihara
In addition to featuring the show’s first Klezmer-style piece, episode twenty-nine of WorldView includes two lesser-known composers: Elizabeth Pizer and Paul Chihara. Both American, the two artists come from very different backgrounds and reflect their life experiences in their music.
#ClassicsaDay #FallConcert Week 1
For the month of September, you're invited to post a work that your local symphony, chamber music ensemble, or choral society will be performing this fall.
Classics of American Romanticism Worth Revisiting
Leon Botstein and The Orchestra Now give these works some solid performances. If some sections sound a little clunky, it's the writing, not the playing.
Johann Wilms Piano Concertos Rescued from Obscurity
Wilms' music is well-crafted. And these concertos are certainly undeserving of the obscurity they were consigned to.
Early George Enescu Chamber Works Satisfy
If you're looking for 20th Century music that isn't afraid of beauty, give this a listen.
WorldView Episode 28: Lei Liang
#ClassicsaDay #FunintheSun Week 5
The Classics a Day team chose to catch some rays this August. And to find out how many classical composers did so with their music.
Singer Pur Excels with Ludwig Senfl
An excellent addition to Singer Pur's extensive catalog. And some fine music from Renaissance master.
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