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#ClassicsaDay #WomensHistoryMonth Week 3, 2025
Women composers are often unjustly overlooked by history. The problem is seldom the quality of their work -- just the worker's gender. The challenge in March is to post examples of music by women composers.
Koussevitzky as Acccompanist
The March 19, 2025 program of Analog Masters features Koussevitzky and the Boston Symphony Orchestra in two landmark concerto recordings.
#ClassicsaDay #WomensHistoryMonth Week 2, 2025
Women composers are often unjustly overlooked by history. The problem is seldom the quality of their work -- just the worker's gender. The challenge in March is to post examples of music by women composers.
Ronaldo Miranda’s Piano Works Shine in New Release
Pianist Eduardo Monteiro brings a lot of attitude to his playing. And it's what Miranda's music requires. This is music to be enjoyed.
Falletta & Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Dazzle with New Music
Wonderful, exquisitely beautiful classical music is being written every day. All it needs in an audience. JoAnn Falletta and the Buffalo Philharmonic have done their part.
Jacques Thibaud
#ClassicsaDay #WomensHistoryMonth Week 1 2025
March is Women's History Month. And it's a great opportunity for Classics a Day to focus on the contributions of women to classical music.
Baltic Echoes: Choir and Strings in Perfect Harmony
Dalia Dedinskaite (violin) and Gleb Pysniak (cello) are a powerhouse duo. And they know this music well. They're from Lithuania and intuitively understand the Baltic aesthetic.
Romantic Bassoon: Scandinavian Gems Rediscovered
Bassoonist Jaakko Luoma plays with a warm, honeyed tone. This makes slow movements especially delicious. And he can also play with agility when required.
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