The King’s Coronation | My favourite musical moments
Reflecting back on a wonderful weekend of music making from Westminster Abbey in London for the coronation of King Charles III on May 6th, 2023, I am reminded of all…
Alexei Ogrintchouk appointed new Chief Conductor of Phion
Some very exciting news for music making in East Netherlands announced earlier today. Alexei Ogrintchouk is appointed the new Chief Conductor of the Phion Orchestra from May 2023. After spending 22…
Clare’s Musical Choices | May 2023
Lots of people ask me which concerts should they go to, and what is worth going to see. In my work as a music critic covering concerts all over The…
Nederlandse Reisopera’s Fidelio makes opera truly accessible for all
Nederlandse Reisopera's latest production of Beethoven's only opera, Fidelio was a joint production with Den Kongelige Opera, Copenhagen (2020) and Teatr Wielki, Warsaw (2021). They were joined by Phion Orkest and Consensus Vocalis…
Scottish Ensemble makes the old sound new
Scottish Ensemble's rejuvenated production of Bach’s Goldberg Variations: ternary patterns for insomnia. I very much enjoyed attending Scottish Ensemble’s joint production with the Stockholm based Andersson Dance of Bach’s Goldberg Variations:…
The Francis and Dominic Show strikes the perfect chord
Billed as an entertaining show full of glitz, glam, glitter and humour, the Francis and Dominic Show currently touring the Netherlands is a true celebration of all things musical. A…
La Stans: A chocolate feast for all the senses
Easter is the busiest time of the year for a chocolatier, and La Stans Chocolaterie & Patisserie in Enschede, East Netherlands is no exception. As I chatted with Dennis Stans,…
Phion, Consenus Vocalis, Bach Twente and Rheinhard Goebel ensure an outstanding choral tradition lives on in East Netherlands
Friday night’s performance of Bach’s St Matthew Passion under the baton of Reinhard Goebel, was a glorious celebration of the outstanding choral tradition that is so alive across the generations…
Chailly reigns supreme with Fujita and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
What to expect from an all Rachmaninov concert with one of the world’s greatest conductors? Chailly, as former chief conductor is held in deep affection by the loyal and dedicated…
Vasheruk and friends put Rachmaninov centre stage
Originally intended as a celebration of Russian music, Reminiscences, the title of tonight’s concert, was inspired by the last interview given by Rachmaninov in Switzerland. We all know and love…