by Kenneth Woods | Sep 7, 2006 | A view from the podium, Mahler, Nuts and bolts
Being a one himself, Mahler knew better than to trust conductors to know his intentions. Sibelius, on the other hand, famously said that if a performer needed to ask too many questions, they probably shouldn’t play his music. Think for a moment of Mahler’s “versions”...
by Kenneth Woods | Jun 10, 2006 | A view from the podium, Mahler
Movement V of the recent Oregon East Symphony performance of Mahler 2 can be heard...
by Kenneth Woods | Jun 9, 2006 | A view from the podium, Mahler
You can hear some selections from the recent Oregon East Symphony performance of Mahler 2 HERE. This is selections from movements I-IV. Movement V should be available...
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 | 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...
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