Laura Volpi used to be Bachtrack's Commissioning Editor. Having studied singing as part of the choir of Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, in her native Italy, she has a soft spot for Mozart operas and contemporary dance, but also loves all classical music. A published author and magazine writer, in summer you can find her queuing for the Proms or in Hyde Park listening to Vivaldi while feeding carrots to squirrels.
We explore the new website celebrating Krzysztof Penderecki's musical and horticultural legacy and discover a rather unique treasure trove of information and sensory stimulation.
We spoke to Thai-American composer and Siam Sinfonietta's founder Somtow Sucharitkul and Thailand-based British film director Paul Spurrier about this unique project born from lockdown restrictions.
At only 13 years old, violinist Chloe Chua is about to perform with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra and Hans Graf: we took a little video journey into her short yet impressive music career to date.
Today marks the 80th anniversary of the US release of Disney's Fantasia. To celebrate, we pick some favourites amongst the many animated features that have used classical music over the years.
We spoke to the newly appointed interim Secretary General of the the World Federation of International Music Competitions (WFIMC) about his best tips for competitors and organisers alike.
Feeding body and soul: the Varignana Music Festival offers its audience the chance to enjoy great chamber music while also taking care of their wellbeing.
With their songs about nagging parents or overtime at the office, Shanghai-based ensemble Rainbow Chamber Singers are connecting with a new generation of choral music lovers.
We speak to musicologist and Renaissance expert Prof. Laurie Stras to find out more about some fascinating stories and scores that have been left out of the history books.
We speak to Paul Epstein, Senior Vice President at the Leonard Bernstein Office and longtime friend of the composer, to find out what's behind the success of the Bernstein's centennial.
