BBC Proms 2021: By the Numbers

BBC Proms 2021: By the Numbers

In a year unlike any other for classical music programming, it is simply a relief to know that live music is once again being scheduled, and that audiences are once again meeting in person.  Those of us that crave concert halls and the anticipation of a downbeat will...
Monday Link Round Up: May 3, 2021

Monday Link Round Up: May 3, 2021

News and music to start your week! Congratulations go to composer Errollyn Wallen, pictured above, who was named the recipient of the 2020 ISM Distinguished Musician Award.  From the website: “Established in 1976, the ISM Distinguished Musician Award recognises...
Monday Link Round Up: April 26, 2021

Monday Link Round Up: April 26, 2021

News and music to start the week! Congratulations to composer Jessie Montgomery, pictured, who was just named the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s new composer in residence!  Her three year term begins July 1.  Read more at the Chicago Sun Times. The CSO Press...
Monday Link Round Up – April 5, 2021

Monday Link Round Up – April 5, 2021

Music and news to start your week! Frank Oteri speaks to composer Pamela Z, pictured above, about her beginnings as a singer songwriter and development into an experimental composer.  Listen to the interview, and read along at NewMusicBox where you can also hear some...
International Women’s Day Events 2021

International Women’s Day Events 2021

March 8 is International Women’s Day – and one of the few days of the year that those of us who seek out music by women composers have an abundance of choice.  Listen in to the different offerings that we have found: Renowned scholar and pianist Dr....