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Two principals depart Berlin Philharmonic, raising new questions of culture
The first concertmaster and principal flute of the Berlin Philharmonic will depart the orchestra as each musician nears the end of their probationary period. The high-profile departures raise questions about …
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Apple Music Classical Top 10 for Sept. 9
Half of Apple Music Classical’s Top 10 is new this week, although #1 remains Ryuichi Sakamoto’s “Opus” for the fourth week in a row. Augustin Hadelich’s “American Road Trip,” last …
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What got you started in classical music?
We at IntoClassical have been listening to — and obsessing over — classical music for over 30 years. But this love didn’t start with digging deep into Mahler symphony cycles, reading …
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How to get into opera
For newcomers to classical music, it can be daunting — but not impossible — to take on a lengthy symphony or concerto for the first time. Opera, however, is often perceived …
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Randall Goosby: a true star on the rise
Violinist Randall Goosby is no stranger to the spotlight. He gave his first public performance with the Jacksonville Symphony at the age of 9 — a mere two years after …