DISCUSSION: John Dante Prevedini leads a discussion about Classical Music and Politics, including contributions from Béla Hartmann and James Ross.
CENTRAL ENGLAND: Mike Wheeler's concert reviews from Nottingham and Derbyshire feature high profile artists on the UK circuit - often quite early on their tours.
The American harpsichordist Ralph Kirkpatrick lived from 10 June 1911 until 13 April 1984. He studied in Paris with Wanda Landowska and Nadia Boulanger. His exceptional interest in Domenico Scarlatti resulted in an extensive biography. He spent brief periods as music professor at the University of California and later Yale.
DVD Spotlight. Seldom Equalled - Michelangeli plays Beethoven, Galuppi and Scarlatti, and impresses Howard Smith. 'His relentless perfectionism allows him spellbinding precision ...'
CD Spotlight. Robust and Spirited - James Tibbles plays J S Bach, heard by Howard Smith. '... worthy of widespread international recognition.'