Naomi Lewin appears in the following:
A Second Act for City Opera?
Thursday, December 11, 2014
There are still hoops to be jumped through, but it looks like, as Monty Python would say, New York City Opera is not dead yet.
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A Christmas Carol: A Radio Drama
Monday, December 8, 2014
5:00 PM
Mon, Dec. 8 | Join us for our beloved holiday tradition, inspired by the Charles Dickens classic. Featuring your favorite public radio personalities and actor Mark Linn-Baker as Scrooge.
Cash Aside, Are Music Prizes Meaningful?
Thursday, December 04, 2014
How many big-money awards are given because of altruism and how many are, to put it frankly, good marketing gimmicks? Hear what two observers of the awards business have to say.
How Attached Are New Yorkers to the Name Avery Fisher Hall?
Friday, November 21, 2014
With the recent announcement that Lincoln Center will release Avery Fisher Hall's naming rights, the question of brand recognition comes into sharper focus.
Is Faith Required To Perform Sacred Classical Music?
Friday, November 14, 2014
Do the best performances of Bach – or of any sacred work – come from musicians who identify with their spiritual message?
Dejan Lazic, Pianist Who Demanded Removal of Review, Confronts Critic
Tuesday, November 04, 2014
The pianist Dejan Lazic wants Google to remove a critical review from its search results. He explains why to the critic, Anne Midgette of the Washington Post.
How Young Is Too Young to Attend Concerts?
Thursday, October 30, 2014
A recent incident in Florida caused quite a sensation on the Internet and raised questions including, what is the appropriate age for kids to start attending grown-up concerts?
Vladimir Jurowski and the Art of Musical Rebellion
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Conductor Vladimir Jurowski has strong feelings about his native Russia, whether parsing the political subtexts in Soviet repertoire or addressing modern-day civil liberties.
Ulster Orchestra Endured Northern Ireland's 'Troubles,' Now Battles Funding Crisis
Thursday, October 16, 2014
The Ulster Orchestra played on through the 1970s and '80s, despite bomb threats. But can it survive 2014?
Basil Twist Rethinks Rite of Spring for Puppet Theater
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
"Puppetry is just the essence of bringing something to life," says Basil Twist. "It's animating the inanimate."
Could That Disruptive Protest Actually Help You Appreciate the Music?
Thursday, October 09, 2014
Protests in the concert hall are nothing new: think of the riot-inducing premiere of Stravinsky's 'The Rite of Spring' in 1913. Sometimes they can shed light on the music.
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WQXR Presents “Serenata Italiana”
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
7:00 PM
Tues, Oct. 7 | Join 2014 Richard Tucker winner Michael Fabiano, Richard Tucker Career Grant winner Jennifer Johnson Cano, and Sara Tucker Study Grant winner Brandon Cedel for an evening of music and conversation. Special appearance by legendary soprano Renata Scotto.
Soprano Amanda Majeski Manages Demanding Debut with Humor, Props
Saturday, October 04, 2014
Like many young sopranos, Amanda Majeski has been making her mark in the operas of Mozart. But unlike many, she's done so with a particular flair for the dramatic.
Is It Time to Stop Calling Classical Music 'Relaxing?'
Wednesday, October 01, 2014
Classical music's soothing qualities are well known. But some argue that focusing on this feeds a misperception that the artform is benign and boring.
Atlanta Symphony Fans Brace for Chilly Times in 'Hotlanta'
Thursday, September 25, 2014
As the lockout of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra musicians enters its third week, the two sides appear to be digging in for a long fight.
You Said What on Facebook? Musicians Discover Perils of Oversharing
Thursday, September 11, 2014
It's no secret that social media can help classical musicians promote their work. But when artists cross certain boundaries, they can find their careers at risk.
Recovering Addicts Confront Their Demons through Classical Music
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
The refined world of classical music is not usually linked to addiction. But a British TV documentary opens the door to a lesser-known side of the business.
Sorry, Memorizing Doesn't Make You a Better Musician. Or Does It?
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Memorization can liberate a performer, but it can also inhibit them, creating an unnecessary fear of forgetting the music.
How to Solve the Met Labor Dispute: Three Views
Thursday, August 14, 2014
Where will the Metropolitan Opera labor dispute end up? And how are the different parties making their cases? In this week's podcast, three views on the topic.
Are Virtuosos Born or Bred? New Paper Renews Debate Over Practice
Thursday, July 24, 2014
Becoming an expert takes more than practice, according to a new scientific paper. In fact, success mostly reflects other factors, like innate talent, age or competition experience.
