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Thoughts about the music world
In June I had the privilege of being part of BE PHIL, an international amateur orchestra conducted by Simon Rattle in Berlin....
Musicians can generate their own publicity without spending a penny, by sending out their own press releases. Here are some of...
The London Symphony Orchestra’s early evening concert format is a welcome development in the city’s entertainment landscape, f...
Amateur musicians are a vital part of the classical music world, but don’t always get the recognition or opportunities they de...
The recent Amsterdam String Quartet Biennale explored various aspects of the string quartet format, including the many life le...
The internet offers musicians fantastic opportunities to build their reputations and legacies, as well as selling their music....
Wigmore Hall’s new photography policy offers a sensible way forward in today’s visual culture and more venues should follow su...
The charismatic, idealistic, often contrarian and utterly unique violinist is 95 years young today. In celebration, here is an...
Why is music education and pedagogy not taken more seriously in the music world?
Car boot sales offer a brilliant lesson in salesmanship, and for this rookie also raised questions about buying and selling vi...