by Kenneth Woods | Jun 3, 2006 | Mahler
We’re currently assembling an mp3 of highlights from the Oregon East Symphony’s recent Mahler 2 perofmance. Check back on June 7 for a chance to hear how it all turned out....
by Kenneth Woods | Jun 3, 2006 | A view from the podium, Favorite posts, Music and Media
Note- This is the first of a projected two part series on modernism in music. Today’s piece is essentially about the argument against modernism, the next one is the argument for modernism. Stay tuned! KW Recently, the British composer Harrison Birtwistle made the news...
by Kenneth Woods | May 18, 2006 | Mahler
Ask around the industry, and one will hear many different points of view as to what is the most responsible and effective way to build and sustain a symphony orchestra. Many groups have turned to pops programming hoping to generate income and expand their audiences,...
by Kenneth Woods | Apr 23, 2006 | Mahler
My primary impression of the first part of the concert day is fatigue- mentally and physically, I am acutely aware of the fact that I was on the podium for many, many hours yesterday. I’m not a big fan of afternoon concerts- normally I feel like showtime is on me too...
by Kenneth Woods | Apr 22, 2006 | Mahler
Dress rehearsal finally starts with plain old rehearsing. Humbled by yesterday’s difficulties with the third movement, we start with a few minutes on that first. We spent some considerable time on it in each of the sectionals, but we need to integrate the percussion...
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