All Debate articles – Page 12
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Play that bit again please
Composers included repeats for a reason, but many players choose to exclude them. This is irresponsible, argues Tully Potter, and shows a lack of imagination
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When violins dominate the world
If the double-blind testing of old and new instruments has proven anything, it is that the public is captivated by the subject. Could this fascination herald an Arab Spring for the string world, asks Ariane Todes
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Help wanted
The Louisville Orchestra's management is advertising for musicians – but it's the players themselves who really need a hand, argues Heather Kurzbauer
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Lock up the valuables
Should the world's top violins, violas and cellos always be available for playing? No, says Philip Kass. Some are simply too precious to be exposed to destructive human hands
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Careless talk costs lives
Nigel Kennedy used his recent BBC Prom to issue a condemnation of period performance. But, says Ariane Todes, he should get his facts right, and spare a thought for those colleagues whose reputations he's belittling