Proms
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Tenor who sang Wagner’s Tristan under Reginald Goodall, Beethoven and Mahler at the Proms, and many rarer works
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Conductor in demand by the world’s greatest orchestras who made a huge contribution as music director of the Royal Opera House
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4 out of 5 stars.The Hallé under Mark Elder was a charismatic match for Anna Lapwood’s viscera-quaking instrument, while Benjamin Grosvenor’s Beethoven was gracious and muscular
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The specially formed orchestra is comprised of freelance musicians, many of whom have been unable to make a living these past months. Ahead of a Proms performance of Mahler’s 5th Symphony, they tell us how they have coped, from jobs in a funeral parlour or a vineyard, to Aphex Twin and solo BachGallery
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Letters: Readers tune in to give their opinion on what can be considered ‘real’ music
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5 out of 5 stars.
Sinfonia of London/Wilson/ Chiejina review – a remarkable debut for Vertigo orchestra
5 out of 5 stars.The first live concert for the Sinfonia, which once recorded the Hitchcock soundtrack, was exceptional, featuring the exquisite voice of Francesca Chiejina
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The only international orchestra at this year’s Proms dazzle in a world premiere dedicated to them. And Puccini and chips with English National Opera
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René Jacobs and the B’Rock Orchestra fizz in youthful Schubert. Plus, the complete works of a Renaissance eccentric
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Letters: Colin Bradbury calls for classical music to be given pride of place in newspaper coverage, while Richard Lee would like to see the Proms showcase the full range of musical talent
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4 out of 5 stars.
Mahler CO/Benjamin/Aimard review – intricate textures and the sparkle of cut glass
4 out of 5 stars.George Benjamin conducted the belated premiere of his Concerto for Orchestra, part of a programme that also celebrated his friendship with the late Oliver Knussen -
4 out of 5 stars.A once-lost work by Florence Price soars in the hands of Jeneba Kanneh-Mason. And minimalist Handel with thrills to spare
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Editorial: This year’s concerts have been a triumph for UK orchestras. And no jingoism necessary
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