Colombia’s new classical scene
Whether it’s staging flash mobs on balconies or inviting music students to perform in the ranks, the National Symphony Orchestra of Colombia has a lively, … Read more
Is Hello Stage the LinkedIn of the classical world?
For promoters, it’s an unparalleled new way to discover talent. For musicians, it could be the road to stardom. Hello Stage is connecting the classical … Read more
The new guard: evolution of classical
Classical:NEXT brings the classical music industry together to exchange new ideas and practices. Head of communications Paul Bräuer explains how the event is helping drive the … Read more
Hofesh Shechter: the agent provocateur of dance
From his intricate choreography to atmospheric soundtracks, Hofesh Shechter’s immersive productions are intended to unsettle and provoke. Clare Wiley meets the dancemaker At the beginning … Read more
Creative Europe funding: an insider’s guide
The European Union’s new funding framework for culture and media, Creative Europe, is now open to proposals from organisations across the continent. Here, industry insiders … Read more
Belgium’s jazz masters
The Brussels Jazz Orchestra has gone from being a lesser-known ensemble to a Grammy-nominated outfit that plays alongside some of the biggest names in jazz. … Read more
How to build a dance company
Despite the global recession and tight arts budgets, Shaun Parker turned his dream of launching a dance company into a quirky troupe that’s turning heads. … Read more
Method in the madness: bringing order to music
Philippe Watel launched MusiCHI to bring some order to the chaos of personal music collections. But the digital platform has caught the eye of industry … Read more
Power of three at The Göteborg Opera
Adventurous mainstage productions, an experimentation lab for composers, and imaginative outreach: new artistic director Stephen Langridge is taking a holistic approach at The Göteborg Opera. … Read more
On tour with Amsterdam Sinfonietta
Twenty-two musicians, 12 cities, one baritone – and no conductor. Amsterdam Sinfonietta and Thomas Hampson discuss their next adventure Love and death, melancholia, our lack … Read more