The Unbeatable Power of Words and Music
Whilst music and words by themselves have the power to evoke myriad emotions, conductor Mark Wigglesworth writes about the unbeatable power of combining words with music:
Whilst music and words by themselves have the power to evoke myriad emotions, conductor Mark Wigglesworth writes about the unbeatable power of combining words with music:
Released exclusively in Australia, The Kanneh-Masons is a new release from Decca with performances from the members of this extraordinary musical family.
The family members including cellist Sheku and pianist Isata, are showcased in solos, duos and ensemble pieces. This album has been created and released specially for the Kanneh-Masons’ recent debut tour of Australia.
Conductor and music educator Richard Gill is passionate about the importance of expertly taught music in the school curriculum. He says ‘ unless children are receiving a first-rate music education, taught by teachers who know about music, children’s brains are being starved, in part, of the necessary stimulants that generate creativity in an individual.’ Click here to read the…
The names have been announced of 32 fine young pianists from around the globe who will take part in the Sydney International Piano Competition (The Sydney), in July, 2023.
How did we miss this one? Sumi Jo speaks to Julieanne Strachan of the Sydney Morning Herald during her recent trip to Australia. Better late than never: Click here to read.
…… in news from the US, the Philadelphia Orchestra which shocked the music world by filing for bankruptcy last year aims to revive itself after court approval of its financial plans: http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/06/28/bankruptcy-court-gives-blessing-to-philadelphia-orchestra-reorganization/ ……. on the flip side, the Seattle Opera is forced to slash its programme for 2012-2013: http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/06/27/budget-woes-prompt-cuts-at-seattle-opera/
“It is important to make the distinction that what we do isn’t simply entertainment. It is much more than entertainment and if we try and sell ourselves as entertainment I think that’s a dangerous thing.” Potent words from 29 year old Nicholas Carter, Chief Conductor elect of the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. Nicholas Carter is in…