2016- a bang up year for Beethoven

As noted, there is a lot of Beethoven in orchestra programs next year. Fair enough too, as how often do we get to commemorate his 246th birthday? Of the 7 major orchestras, and excluding the period based Brandenburgers, four of them are doing Beethoven cycles (ACO, MSO, QSO, SSO). It’s also worth noting that TSO… Read More 2016- a bang up year for Beethoven

October 8, 2015 iancwhitney6 Comments

Australian works in 2016: the rankings

Every year, I amuse myself in counting the representation of Australian work in advertised 2016 programs by the major music organisations (I may not be very cool). Sydney Symphony Orchestra kicked off the 2016 announcements early this year, so I will update the below as season brochures become available. Some important qualifications: This is not… Read More Australian works in 2016: the rankings

August 17, 2015October 26, 2015 iancwhitney7 Comments

Ian Whitney

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2016- a bang up year for Beethoven

Australian works in 2016: the rankings