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Philadelphia Music Alliance for Youth opens doors to classical music careers
Diversifying the orchestra starts with the students
The Philadelphia Music Alliance for Youth is celebrating eight years of its Artists’ Initiative, a program supporting young musicians whose communities need better access and representation in classical music. Thomas Hagen visits.
Features
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The long odyssey of Philly’s legendary Sigma Sound Studios
A documentary film caught in limbo
Producer and director Bill Nicoletti talks the trials and tribulations of getting The Philly Sound Heard 'Round the World, a documentary on Sigma Sound Studios, to an audience. Frank Halperin profiles.
Profiles
3 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes, July and August 2024
Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra, a piano festival, and music at Longwood Gardens
A list of late July and early August concerts, including performances by the Philadelphia Young Pianists Academy and new music from up-and-coming musicians from Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra’s Kaleidoscope Initiative. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
3 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes: June 2024
Music in the garden, Marian Anderson Hall, The Crossing’s Month of Moderns, and more
June brings outdoor music in striking natural locales, early music, new music, the rededication of Verizon Hall, and some bonus musical Book Week picks. Gail Obenreder rounds up.
Previews
4 minute read
The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia presents Dinnerstein Plays Mozart
Music director Dirk Brossé ends his tenure among friends
The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia’s season-ending concert welcomed star pianist Simone Dinnerstein and saw the end of Dirk Brossé’s tenure as music director. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Reviews
3 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes May 17-June 2, 2024
Music from Variant Six, Filament, and a tribute from Dolce Suono
Rounding up May's music offerings, including a capella from Variant Six, an album from Filament, a program featuring the baryton, and a tribute to the late Tom Purdom by Dolce Suono. Gail Obenreder rounds up.
Previews
3 minute read
Piffaro presents The Glory of the Wind Band: Music of Portugal and Spain
A musical tour of Renaissance Iberia
For its season closer, Piffaro brought its trademark virtuosity to a tour of Renaissance Portugal and Spain, featuring dozens of period instruments and a rich program of sacred and secular music. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Reviews
5 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes, May 1-15, 2024
Singing in the spring
Three operas, an operetta, and new vocal work decorate the first half of a very vocal May. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
5 minute read
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Inviting improvisation for everyone, every week at the Rotunda
Medicinal, positive anarchy
Every Wednesday, Philadelphia residents convene at the Rotunda for two hours of musical improvisation, free and open to all, with no leader, no instructions, and no repeating. Thomas Hagen previews.
Previews
3 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes, April 19-May 3, 2024
Music for the Earth, Madame Butterfly, and a heavenly harp
More music for April and early May, including performances by Delaware Symphony, Opera Philadelphia, Mendelssohn Chorus, and more. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
4 minute read