Thursday, October 26, 2017

The Gould That Didn't Glitter: New Box Set of 'Goldberg Variations' Outtakes

New 'Gould-bergs', A Heifetz debut and music by a famous photographer
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Deceptive Cadence

The Gould That Didn't Glitter: New Box Set Of 'Goldberg Variations' Outtakes

In 1955, a little known Canadian pianist recorded the Goldberg Variations. The album launched Glenn Gould's career and popularized Bach's music. Now the complete recording sessions have been issued.
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Deceptive Cadence

'Like Electricity': Jascha Heifetz Made His American Debut 100 Years Ago

Music commentator Miles Hoffman remembers the remarkable Carnegie Hall debut of the violinist, considered by many to be one of the greatest in history.

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William Eggleston's Secret World Of 'Musik'

Watch a short film about the revered artist who liberated color photography in the 1970s. Now, at age 78, his lifelong passion for music is revealed in his very first album release.

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First Listen: GVSU New Music Ensemble, 'RETURN'

Get lost in 15 alluring electroacoustic landscapes from an innovative, intrepid ensemble from West Michigan.

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How Composer Daniel Hart Brought 'A Ghost Story' To Life

Hart talks about the inspiration and challenges behind his stunning score for the deeply existential film A Ghost Story.

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