As Ruth Hartt espouses, we need to offer classical as relevant to all manner of people in manner of ways, not command people respect it.
Selling classical music to new audiences isn’t as difficult as you might be led to believe. Just be passionate. Sincere. Genuine. Be an advocate.
Amateur orchestra changes programme; the world implodes.
People like curated unmediated classical music discovery.
Changing career path doesn’t mean failure, it means an opportunity to develop.
Why I’m less inclined to speak up in future.
How Norman Lebrecht’s latest missive misses the mark, and how those with the power have condoned and legitimised it.
Don’t point the finger, don’t set up expectations, and avoid establishing a clique.
Don’t fall into the traps others have got caught-up in.
News arrives at Thoroughly Good of the appointment of Suzy Klein as Head of Arts and Classical Music TV at the BBC. BBC Radio 3, TV and Proms presenter Klein takes on her new role in October 2021. Thoroughly Good can’t think of anyone better to take on the role. Suzy’s path has taken in…