All The Strad articles in Web Issue – Page 662
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NewsOphélie Gaillard reunited with her stolen 1737 Goffriller cello
Gaillard’s cello and bows, which were stolen on 25 September, have been returned in perfect condition, with the cellist stating ‘I can breathe again’
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NewsHilary Hahn targeted in AI video impersonation scam
The violinist has warned her followers on social media to be vigilant of suspicious posts and to report impersonators
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BlogsViolin trivia: Can you beat the VSA’s top brains?
Test your violin knowledge with some of the questions from the VSA convention’s Trivia Night on Monday 18 November
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VideoNew video: Abel Selaocoe performs ‘calm and serene’ Bach
The Sarabande from Bach’s Cello Suite no.6 is the latest single to be released from the cellist’s upcoming album
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NewsWinners announced at 2024 VSA instrument making competition
Bow makers Victor Bernard and Emmanuel Carlier were named ‘hors concours’ members, while Canadian luthier Fabienne Gauchet received a double gold for quartet - for the second time
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NewsViolinist Anna Agafia joins Nordic Artists Management roster
The agency will represent the violinist in all Nordic countries
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NewsHermitage Piano Trio signs new management deal
The Grammy-nominated trio joins the newly combined roster of Epstein Fox Performances and Dinin Arts
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BlogsHow to photograph violins: Tarisio’s Robert Bailey speaks to the VSA
The auction house’s head photographer gives details on his camera set-up, lighting, studio layout and the different requirements of front, side, back and scroll shots
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NewsBBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra announces death of its leader, Laura Samuel
The violinist had led the ensemble since 2012 and was a founding member of the Belcea Quartet
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NewsUS violinist Charles Castleman donates his Stradivari to Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel
The violin from 1707 will be loaned to Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel associate artist Miclen LaiPang until the end of 2027
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BlogsThe Telegraph Quartet on performing live to a classic Buster Keaton silent film
US correspondent Thomas May speaks with the Telegraph Quartet about their upcoming performance of Stephen Prutsman’s new score to accompany a screening of the classic Buster Keaton silent film The General.
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BlogsScottish luthier Robert Duncan and the Joseph Ruddiman London connection
David Rattray examines a firm link between the Aberdeen and London schools of lutherie in the 18th century
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NewsApply for the Nina von Maltzahn String Quartet Program at Curtis Institute of Music
Shaping the future of chamber music: a unique program blending rigorous artistry, mentorship, and global performance opportunities for tomorrow’s leading quartets
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NewsRoyal Scottish National Orchestra appoints new principal double bass
Double bassist Nikita Naumov joins the RSNO from his previous post at the Scottish Chamber Orchestra
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NewsFrankfurt Radio Symphony violinist Peter Zelienka has died
The Slovakian violinist was a member of the orchestra since 1993, performing with the group the evening before his death
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NewsSalzburg appoints new viola professor
German Tcakulov is the new viola professor at the Mozarteum University in Salzburg, having previously held roles in Berlin, Munich and Karlsruhe
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NewsCellist Guy Johnston to return to Royal Academy of Music teaching post
Johnston returns to the Academy ‘full circle’ following his six-year teaching stint at the Eastman School of Music
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NewsHow do you get to Carnegie Hall? The Strad chats to double bassist Nina Bernat
Ahead of her Carnegie Hall debut on 2 December, the prize-winning double bassist speaks to The Strad about filling the space with double bass music, as well as which piece makes her want to get up and dance
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Focus‘Planting seeds for my relationship with music’ - Hilary Hahn and the Suzuki method
As a former Suzuki student, violinist Hilary Hahn shares her earliest memories of lessons and how they shaped her into the musician she is now
