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In the interview conducted by the Living the Classical Life videocast, Estonian conductor Paavo Järvi discusses his musical beginnings, the role and influence of his father, conductor Neeme Järvi, the story of his early meeting with composer Dmitri Shostakovich and the Pärnu Music Festival, which he founded.
You read that right — saxophone! 24-year-old phenomenon Jess Gillam is setting the musical world ablaze by completely reconceiving the saxophone’s role within classical music. The first ever saxophonist to be signed to the prestigious Decca Classics label, her genre-bending albums consistently top classical charts. She has continued to shatter glass ceilings as the first saxophonist to reach the final of the BBC Young Musician competition, and the youngest presenter for BBC Radio 3 in its history, hosting the show “This Classical Life.” We were lucky to get a taste of her irresistible...
Radio 3's Controller on how the station's new season will be reflecting UK music and arts festivals
AN acclaimed Ulverston musician feels 'honoured' after receiving an MBE from HRH Princess Anne at Windsor Castle.
AN acclaimed Ulverston musician feels 'honoured' after receiving an MBE from HRH Princess Anne at Windsor Castle.