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Brussels stands by Jerusalem Quartet

Brussels stands by Jerusalem Quartet

Brussels Muzique has reconfirmed Friday’s concert by the Jerusalem Quartet at Caryathide Hall in the Gaulois Circle. They will perform the first Paul Ben Haim string quartet, followed by the Mendelssohn Octet with local artists […]

Only one Brit in Leeds Piano Competition

Only one Brit in Leeds Piano Competition

The 24 competitors were announced today, 9 of them female. Dismally, only one British candidate was considered worthy. It’s a clear verdict on the present state of UK music education. Here’s the list: Kai-Min Chang, […]

Just in: Barbara Hannigan becomes chief conductor

Just in: Barbara Hannigan becomes chief conductor

The Canadian soprano and conductor has just been appointed Chief Conductor and Artistic Director of the Iceland Symphony Orchestra from August 2026. She says: ‘Always curious, courageous and creative, the players of the ISO are […]

Concertgebouw half-backs down on banned quartet

Concertgebouw half-backs down on banned quartet

The Concertgebouw management has responded swiftly to protests on slippedisc.com: Statement regarding Jerusalem Quartet concerts With disbelief and anger, many have reacted to our decision not to go ahead with the Jerusalem Quartet’s two concerts […]