Andras Schiff Plays Bach’s BWV 866
J. S. Bach gave the title “Das Wohltemperirte Clavier” to a book of his preludes and fugues in all 24 major and minor keys, dated 1722, composed “for the profit and use of musical youth desirous …
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Haydn’s “Farewell” symphony
The story behind this symphony’s title is as follows: Back in the 1700’s, composer Joseph Haydn’s patron was resident together with all his musicians and staff at his favorite summer palace in rural Hungary. The …
Hilary Hahn Plays the Korngold Concerto
violinist Hilary Hahn took her first lesson at the age of three. Using the Suzuki method until age five, she then undertook violin training with Klara Berkovich in Baltimore for the next five years. Her …
Carlos Kleiber Conducts Beethoven Symphony #7
Music has been part of my life as a performer, violinist, and a member of several orchestras for many years. As such, I have srong opinions on some musical topics. One such opinion: My sense …
Khatia and Her Sister Play Piazzola
Astor Piazzola was born In 1921 and he died in 1992. Piazzola was instrumental in the renaissance of the tango after World War II. Born in Mar del Plata, Argentina, he moved to New York’s …