A sharing of ideas on how to perform op. 59 no. 2, stimulated by study of the score.
Gábor Takács-Nagy discusses the challenges and rewards that come with life as a member of a string quartet, and the importance of finding a genuine expressive voice in a world that too easily focuses on flawless technical sheen.
Steven Isserlis discusses some recordings of Bach's Cello suites, touching on matters of interpretation including approach to the baroque style, choice of articulations and feeling for dance-forms.
We are delighted to welcome Mark Padmore to lead a discussion on Rilke's letters to Franz Xaver Kappus, also referring to Lewis Hyde's introduction in the Penguin Classics Edition.
In this session we shall listen together to some examples of short pieces which exemplify the artistry and humanity of Pablo Casals, the great Catalan cellist. We can share our reactions to these unique performances and perhaps try to identify some of the characteristic features of Casals’s approach
Coronavirus has made us all feel anxious - not only about our immediate loss of work, but also about how and when concerts will be able to resume. Susan Tomes hosts a discussion for ChamberStudio participants on the future for musicians.
A panel of experts in digital innovation and other creative solutions discuss how chamber groups can adapt and plan ahead in ways that maintain integrity but also enhance and develop their relationship with their audiences and supporters.