Thanks to LA composer and clarinettist Alicia Byer, LA’s active new music community got some cyberink this month, with a series of articles on NewMusic Box — the blog for the American Composers Forum. “Whither Los Angeles looks at the growing influence of a few of our local ensembles, the cultural elements that make this an … Read more
Three recent articles seem to be circling around the same theme: stick-to-it-iveness. This is essential for any artist, of course, as the road to success is rarely easy, and a candidate for greatness needs to not only “have it” but must also really want it to survive the slog to the top, or even to the middle. “How … Read more
On Monday, Slate‘s J. Bryan Lowder addressed two attitudes about classical music that seem to be in conflict: if it’s considered terrible to fall asleep at a concert, then why is it OK to use classical tunes to soothe yourself to sleep? Read his thoughts here: “Sonata-Allegro Snooze“, 12/7/15 It’s a rather simplistic question, of course, … Read more
Three news stories about classical musicians shared an unusual element this week: Singers talk about vocal health and maintenance constantly… in general. But when it comes to admitting a malady, an injury or any condition that could affect availability, those same performers may go mute about their own condition. Apparently it’s not just us. This … Read more
