Courtesy of the Jewish Journal, October 28, 2010 Share this: Tweet
The Adams Street Shul will present a special Centennial Concert on Saturday night, March 9th, at 7:30 PM, featuring Daniel Broniatowski (violinist) and Colleen Katsuki (piano). The progam is entitled Melodious Gems for Violin and Piano and includes Beethoven’s Sonata Op. 24 in F Major (“Spring Sonata”), Mozart’s Sonata in E Minor (KV 304), and Franck’s Sonata for Violin and Piano. Continue reading
Classical musicians today live in wonderful times for our art. Yes – That is what I said – WONDERFUL times. While it is true that the respect for our music has waned, I contend that never has the potential for success of the individual musician ever been so great. Continue reading
My dear readers,
I have been recently reflecting on the purpose of music in our society. Perhaps not coincidentally, I also noticed an interesting story on the CBS evening news tonight. The story is about a man from Tacoma, WA named Don Brittain. The 78-year-old Mr. Brittain has been playing the 24-note “Taps” on his trumpet every evening at sunset for the past two years over Puget Sound. Continue reading
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As classical musicians, we need to step down from our academic pedestal and return to the roots of what made our music great – the ability to transcend the boundaries of culture through a universal language that everyone can sing and appreciate. What I am advocating is a return to the musical truths of the ancients. Continue reading →