A music blog written by Rich Brown
I thought I might dip my toes into the water of one of the bigger arguments in classical music performance of the last 30 years. I don’t expect to resolve anything, but I do think that it is a worthwhile discussion to have, even without an ultimate resolution. What I would like to address is... Continue Reading →
Technically, winter doesn't officially begin until December 21. Although this is still autumn, the world outside my window is grey and dreary. The burst of colors brought on by changing leaves left us weeks ago. The blisters on my thumb from raking leaves have already healed. Daylight is short, the sky is overcast, and the... Continue Reading →
I have a sad sort of confession to make. I really am not fond of most Christmas music. In years past, when I played in large music ensembles, the rehearsals of music for Christmas started several weeks before the scheduled concert. My ears got their fill of yuletide melodies long before December ever came around.... Continue Reading →
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