Reviews
Children sorting rubbish in the freezing cold, teenage hawkers operating amidst traffic, homeless men and women huddling by the motorway: a walk down the Avenue de la Porte d’Aubervilliers does not readily suggest the world’s sixth wealthiest country. But this is the 19th arrondissement of Paris, home to
Music Education
The relationship between a singer and a voice coach is something unique, often full of a huge amount of mutual respect for what the other brings to the table. It’s a dynamic that’s not quite the same as the one between a singer and voice teacher, largely because
Features
Since 2013, Akadêmia has expanded its field of action to include new partners and artists from major Indian cities. In 2016, the production Tales of the Night brought together singers from Delhi and Bangalore and the concert went on tour to Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore and Delhi. Thanks to a new
News
The 16th edition of Monte Music Festival, presented by Fundação Oriente and Cidade de Goa, will be held from the 2nd to the 4th February 2018 at the Chapel of Our Lady of Mount, Old Goa. With its first edition in 2002, after the restoration of the Chapel by Fundação
Meet the Maestro
Prominent Polish conductor Antoni Wit has striven to keep the Polish repertory alive throughout his illustrious career. We take a look at the achievements of the acclaimed conductor, ahead of his performances with the Symphony Orchestra of India. By Beverly Pereira When the Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra made its debut at
Music Education
This is the story of a musical instrument that was birthed, died, and was reborn in the 230 or so years of its existence. The harmonium was conceived in the West, but today largely resides in the East, particularly in the Indian subcontinent; so much so that many mistakenly think
News
Germany’s finest young musicians play concerts in Mumbai, Panaji, Margao, and Chennai. From January 18th to 25th, for the first time in history, the National Youth Orchestra of Germany is touring India. The National Youth Orchestra of Germany is Germany’s youngest major orchestra and is made up of
Reviews
This first edition of the SOTA festival that took place from January 2 – 6 2018 in Hyderabad is the brain child of local pianist, executive and artistic director, Timothy Marthand. It is the culmination of over 25 years of research and collaboration with renowned artists and an ongoing commitment to
Interviews
Nikhil Sardana: What inspired you to pursue a career in Music? When did you decide to start conducting? Debashish Chaudhuri: I have always been extremely passionate about music, even before I could walk. I guess this love was kindled by my parents, both of whom love music. Ever since I
Know Your Composer
“Music begins where the possibilities of language end” For a number of high-profile music historians, Jean Sibelius (1864-1957)—instead of Gustav Mahler—is considered the last master in the Beethoven symphonic tradition. In his final symphony, so it is argued, Sibelius relentlessly engaged in a process of transitional development, with
Interviews
There is elegance and grace in playing the grand piano compared to the later arrived instruments such as the keyboard which is more of a digital manufacture. Grand piano speaks of grandeur and style; not to forget the tremendous hard work put into it to master such an instrument. Shantanu
Features
Having had formal training mainly in India, and that too in Delhi, one can note a dearth of opportunities in orchestral experience. There exists few orchestras that are accessible to students and I say quite humbly, that very few are able to play at a high standard and can perform
