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A Hansel without the Gretel

This week’s posting appears on December 6, which happens to be my birthday, so a few observations about music loosely associated with that thought might be in order. December 6 also carries the significance of being St Nicholas’ Day. St … Read More →

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Holland’s Halls of Note

The Netherlands is a small country, but beyond Amsterdam there is a considerable wealth of music-making and numerous superb venues. You only have to look at the websites for these concert halls to see what a variety of performances is … Read More →

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Music on stage in Amsterdam

Most people visiting the Netherlands will go straight from Schiphol airport to the city of Amsterdam, and this city is very much the cultural centre for Dutch arts in all its forms. Classical music has taken a beating from cuts … Read More →

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A Foggy Day (in London Town): Part II

Last week we wrote about London’s many concert venues, big and small, established and new. Now for the second and final part of the survey: 8. Kings Place may not be as familiar as a venue but it contains the first … Read More →

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A Foggy Day (in London Town): Part I

Travel is an infinite source of memorable musical experiences, whether visiting legendary concert halls or discovering local treasures in intimate recitals.  Here is our first travel guide with tips for where to look for a great concert experience – our … Read More →