Monthly Archives: July 2009

Review: “The Audition”

Note: this review is a re-post from April, 2009. The Metropolitan Opera’s HD series presented a different kind of opera experience this past Sunday—a screening of a documentary film titled The Audition. The film, directed by documentary filmmaker Susan Froemke … Continue reading

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A Midsummer Night’s Dream?

Sometimes, it only takes one little inspiration…one moment of revelation, one step forward, one intriguing event…and everything changes. Is Knoxville ready for a summer music series of some kind? Yes, and it is long overdue. Of course, when the weather … Continue reading

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Welcome to Classical Journal!

Welcome, and thanks for reading. Classical Journal is a continuation of classical and new music commentary that had been on my previous site, Mostly Classical. That blog will remain for the time being and is where you can still read … Continue reading

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