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Franz Liszt is the subject of a new biography by John Spurling, called “The Book of Liszts”. Read the review http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/arts/composing-the-liszt-the-life-and-times-of-a-musical-genius/story-e6frg8nf-1226116816879
Vale Andre Previn
The visionary composer and conductor Andre Previn has died aged 89. His diverse positions included a stint as the principal conductor of the London Symphony and as music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Pittsburgh Symphony; he wrote concertos, opera, song cycles, film scores and chamber music, winning four Oscars and numerous other nominations….
Lookbook – Cobar Sound Chapel
Check out these stunning images of the Cobar Sound Chapel co-created by violinist, composer and sound artist Georges Lentz and prize-winning architect Glenn Murcutt.
Elysian Fields Double Pass Giveaway
Our friends at Elysian Fields, Australia’s innovative electric gamba ensemble are offering readers of SoundsLikeSydney two double passes to their concert on Thursday October 10, 8.30 pm at Foundry616, 616 Harris St, Ultimo. “Electric gamba band Elysian Fields presents a uniquely configured line up of saxophone, voice/violin, electric viola da gamba, piano, bass guitar and…
Soundsclassic is out next week
The March issue of our increasingly popular free monthly newsletter, SoundsClassic is due out next week. Together with the website ClassicMelbourne.com.au SoundsClassic brings you some of the best of classical news from our two cities. If you;re not already a subscriber, make sure you’re on our mailing list by submitting your details via the…
Concert Review: Celebration of Stravinsky/ Sydney Youth Orchestras
Sydney Youth Orchestras under the inspiring leadership of Jessica Cottis on the podium brought the audience a celebration of the mercurial genius of Stravinsky, but much more – a celebration of the return to live performance and the exciting artistry of a new generation of Australian classical musicians.