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BlogsMemories of János Starker: Hamilton Cheifetz
Celebrating the anniversary of János Starker’s birth on 5 July, cellist Hamilton Cheifetz shares cherished lessons and memories of his former teacher
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Premium ❘ FeatureStaying power: US String Quartets
As Brooklyn Rider and the Jack and the Miró quartets mark milestone anniversaries, Thomas May looks at how these contemporary American ensembles are not just surviving, but reshaping the 21st-century musical landscape
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Premium ❘ FocusSentimental Work: Ayanna Witter-Johnson on Debussy’s Cello Sonata
Discovering the myriad colours and layers of Debussy’s Cello Sonata was an eye-opening experience for the British cellist, pianist, vocalist and composer
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Blogs‘When you programme a festival, you need to find an anchor’ - Julia Fischer on the Boswil Summer Festival
Ahead of the Boswil Summer Festival, co-artistic director Julia Fischer speaks to The Strad’s staff writer Rita Fernandes about programming her first summer edition, unique concert formats and engaging festival goers
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Video’My deepest fulfilment lies in broadening the violin repertoire’: Oleg Pokhanovski on transcribing Don Juan for violin and piano
Playing in the Golden Era spirit of Heifetz, Oleg Pokhanovski plays both the violin and piano parts in this unique transcription of Richard Strauss’ epic symphonic tone poem. He shares his thoughts on this monumental feat with The Strad
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BlogsMoth x Human: how a new work highlights biodiversity decline using moth flight data
Violinist and composer Ellie Wilson explains how her composition creates a dialogue between moths and humans, ahead of its London premiere on 5 July
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BlogsA new solo cello EP pays tribute to women’s wartime bravery
Sonata for Solo Cello: Joanna’s Tale by cellist and composer Dobrawa Czocher commemorates the 80th anniversary of Poland’s Warsaw Uprising, the largest resistance-led military action against Nazi occupation during the Second World War
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Premium ❘ FeatureSession Report: Nancy Zhou on her debut album for solo violin
Violinist Nancy Zhou speaks to Charlotte Gardner about her debut album, which is inspired by stories of personal and musical relationships, and showcases the versatility of the violin as a solo instrument
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Premium ❘ FocusOpinion: The future of lutherie after the Newark School’s course cancellations
News came in May that the Newark School of Violin Making is withdrawing its degree-level courses. Helen Michetschläger, who trained at the school, says what this might mean for the future of lutherie worldwide
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Premium ❘ ArticleAnalysis July 2025: The effects of Leicester Square’s ban on buskers
Now that buskers have been banned in London’s Leicester Square, how does the future of street entertainment look for those who depend on it for their livelihood? By Peter Somerford
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Blogs‘A deep mutual respect between generations’ - Q&A with the Geneva International String Academy directors
The Academy’s artistic directors Noémie Bialobroda and Sergey Ostrovsky discuss the programme’s unique side-by-sides, which impact as much the students as the mentors
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BlogsJeremy Garrett: Off-grid bluegrass and the storms within
A raw and reflective solo set from Infamous Stringdusters fiddler Jeremy Garrett, Storm Mountain channels off-grid living into bluegrass with bite, soul and cosmic curiosity.
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BlogsThe Good Bad Day: how to play on days that aren’t your best
Taking inspiration from tennis players ‘winning ugly,’ cellist and researcher Joanna Latała shares approaches for optimising practice and performance when you’re not in your best form
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BlogsTwenty years in the Neuk: A festival like no other
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the East Neuk Festival returns with world-class string quartets playing late Beethoven, a new Sally Beamish commission for the combined ensembles and a spirit of musical adventure shaped by its breathtaking coastal Scottish setting
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BlogsAlways by my side: what do cellists keep in their case?
From endpin stoppers, to mutes and yoga mats, leading cellists reveal the items that they always carry with them when they are on the road. From the June 2025 Accessories supplement
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Premium ❘ FeatureAdam Summerhayes: Music shaped by instinct
Adam Summerhayes is a violinist and composer who combines his flair for improvisation and a love of folk music with a classical training and technique. He speaks to Alexandra Petropoulos about his latest projects and his very special instruments
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Premium ❘ FocusPostcard from Newark: Newark School Lutherie Day
Students, amateurs and professional makers all came together at this year’s Lutherie Day for talks on anything violin-related. Christian Lloyd went along
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BlogsCurrents, contours and colours: Shedding new light on French music
On its latest album, the Neave Trio reimagines French chamber music through colour, texture and narrative, anchored by Sally Beamish’s bold take on Debussy’s La Mer
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BlogsAlways by my side: what do violists keep in their case?
From strings, to guitar slides, to emotional support mascots, leading violists reveal the items that they always carry with them when they are on the road. From the June 2025 Accessories supplement
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