NC Symphony Summerfest: Beautiful, Balmy, and Perfect for Beethoven
Classical music under the stars, glass of wine in hand, and a bougie cheeseboard at your side: North Carolina Symphony Summerfest is in full swing! While the busy crowd and gorgeous weather were exactly what you would think of...
Read MoreNC Master Chorale Takes an Eclectic Tour Through the Seasons
Celebrating 80 years of evolution into one of our state’s flagship choral ensembles, the NC Master Chorale concluded this remarkable anniversary season by presenting a richly varied exploration of music inspired by the...
Read MoreThandolwethu Mamba and David Heid: “The Wayfarer Returns”
Every music teacher aspires to work themselves out of a job. When a music student enters the professional world, the teacher often loses a pupil—but gains a collaborator. This is not a well-known or celebrated transition;...
Read MoreBEFORE – the Preparation: Pandemic Rehearsal and Recording Log – Notes from Life in Raleigh Symphony Orchestra
Early in the pandemic, my phone calls and emails regarding any type of logistics were liberally sprinkled with CDC-speak regarding risk reduction, infection control, and changing health guidelines. Now I just say “because...
Read MoreWhile not much about December in 2020 feels festive, watching holiday jazz in your pajamas with a nice drink in hand is definitely one of the high points of the season so far. The Jazz at the Bechtler Series, which has been...
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