How hard is it to prevail as a symphonic violinist? What kind of competition does one face and what are the odds of success? What does the job market look like? According to The International Conference of Symphony and Opera Musicians (ICSOM), ... [continue reading]
Der Doppelgänger A Work in Progress
Winter
I first encountered Schubert’s Der Doppelgänger in college, right at the beginning of my vocal studies. Immediately I knew I was handling fire. The poetry spoke to me very directly, and once I knew the contours of Schubert’s accompaniment I was ... [continue reading]
Schubert v Schubert The G Major String Quartet and the C Major String Quintet
Winter
Two of Franz Peter Schubert's latest and greatest works of chamber music were composed within his last few years of life. His G Major String Quartet (D. 887, Opus 161) dates from 1826, and the C Major String Quintet (D. 956, Opus 163) was written in ... [continue reading]
Orchestral Repertoire for Training Ensembles
WinterSelecting repertoire for student orchestras is subjective and controversial. Some conductors prefer to program a wide range of music, including numerous contemporary pieces, concertos, and music by composers on the fringe of the mainstream. I ... [continue reading]
Anatomy of an Appraisal
WinterConsumers want answers. They want them fast and they want the answers to be clear and simple. The string instrument business, and particularly the authentication and inextricably linked appraisal process are often difficult to understand. Many ... [continue reading]
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