The challenges of heading west
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The members of the Czech Philharmonic are extremely versatile and are willing to listen to criticism, according to Vladimir Ashkenazy, the orchestra's conductor. He recognizes that the orchestra has had to adapt to many changes since the collapse of Communism, and feels that its members no longer feel valued by the government. He believes that there is a danger that the most talented players now coming out of the Czech Republic's music schools will be tempted to go to Germany.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1999
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A train-spotter's guide to opera
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Viennese conductotr Walter Weller has a strong musical background, having first followed in his father's footsteps by joining the Vienna Philharmonic as a violinist at a very early age. He is very proud of his links with well-known musicians and conductors, and has a strong sense of musical history. He is now involved in many different projects, and has roles with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and the Basel opera house.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1995
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ENO goes to war
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It is important for audiences to be aware of the strongly political nature of Prokofiev's 'War and Peace,' according to conductor Paul Daniel. He feels that Prokofiev was writing about people and life-changing events, rather than about war and peace.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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