A devoted reader has sent us this clipping from the Honolulu Star Bulletin of Betsy Arakawa at her piano debut in 1971, playing one movement of Haydn’s G major concerto.
Betsy became the second wife of movie star Gene Hackman thirty years ago and died with him today. Police say there were no suspicious circumstances.
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When the Berlin Philharmonic visit Frankfurt, they drop into the bank. After yesterday’s limelight concert at the Alte Oper, en route to a US tour, the orchestra renewed its deals with Deutsche Bank as lead […]
Here’s the puff: Today, BBC Studios, in partnership with luxury watchmaker Rolex, has unveiled ‘Arts in Motion,’ an ambitious editorial program aimed at enriching cultural engagement through masterclasses featuring renowned artists. The series comprises six […]
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