Filming hits the wrong note with pianist Zimmerman
Pianist Krystian Zimmerman made a point about audience filming during recitals at a recent performance in Germany.
Click here to read the article from the BBC.
Pianist Krystian Zimmerman made a point about audience filming during recitals at a recent performance in Germany.
Click here to read the article from the BBC.
With the Australian World Orchestra set to take the stage again in Sydney under the baton of Maestro Zubin Mehta in 2013, we revisit the inaugural performances held in Sydney, in September 2011. “The chance to see just how good the musicians are that we export to the world”. So said Alexander Briger, Artistic Director…
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The Sydney Eisteddfod 2017 is still accepting late entries, so you can still join numerous aspiring performers taking part to test your talents in this prestigious competition. Categories include dance, opera, choral singing, instrumental ensembles, solo instrumental performance, speech and drama. Events will close when fully subscribed. For more information or to enter online click…
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