It’s really inclusive and joyous, says Serafina Steer on the Dartington International Summer School, not for elite musicians at all. We talk to her about her experience there, as well as mischief and holding on to fear
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The endless energy and passion of the Bukolika Trio
Bukolika Trio are back in Dartington this summer after great memories from their last concert. This year they’ve got another very interesting programme, with, if anything, more atmosphere energy and passion
Capturing the fragility of the moment | pianist Florian Mitrea talks about the drama and tragedy of Mozart and Prokofiev
From bashing the piano as a youngster, to being nervous at the responsibility on capturing the wide-ranging emotional contrasts in performances, pianist Florian Mitrea is passionate and open as we catch up with him ahead of his visit to the Dartington International Summer School and Festival
Over 100 concerts for its 70th anniversary | Dartington International Summer School & Festival curated by artistic director Joanna MacGregor
Four weeks of over 100 concerts for its 70th anniversary, Dartington International Summer School & Festival is a celebration of all forms of music, created by artistic director Joanna MacGregor
Personae | Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman release 5th studio album and head off on tour
Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman are releasing their 5th album of far-reaching inspiration – to be followed by a far reaching tour. Check out what the new album Personae has in store, and see where they’ll be playing
Music for aliens? 1970s coded message transformed
The Arecibo message – a 1970s attempt to contact extra-terrestrial life – will form the basis of an exclusive musical performance at the 2018 Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival.
Musical molecules and the battle for biological supremacy | new composition at Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival
The unseen battle between bacteria and antibiotics will be played out through a new composition during the 12th annual Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival, being held at the University of Plymouth in March 2018.
Decoding the secrets of life at the 2018 Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival
Touching on a dizzying array of issues, Decoding Life is the theme of the 2018 Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival
Composer creates new work to celebrate 60th anniversary of Lennon and McCartney’s first meeting
To mark the 60th anniversary of John Lennon and Paul McCartney’s first meeting, Dr Alexis Kirke – from the University of Plymouth’s Interdisciplinary Centre for Computer Music Research has used a computer algorithm to chart the emotional development of their friendship through their lyrics.
Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival 2017 explores the reinvention of the human voice
The 12th edition of the Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival – taking place at Plymouth University from 24-26 February 2017 – will explore the reinvention of the human voice.
Soprano and quantum computer combine for world first musical performance
The world premiere of a duet between a mezzo soprano and a $15million quantum supercomputer – created by a Plymouth University composer – will take place at the 2016 Port Eliot Festival
Bristol live music census reveals £123 Million economic contribution and planning threat to music venues
New research reveals the vast economic, cultural and social impact of live music in Bristol, to the tune of £123m
Stars emerge: Plymouth Symphony Orchestra with Michael Petrov at Plymouth Guildhall
Bulgarian cellist Michael Petrov joined Plymouth Symphony Orchestra at the Guildhall for one performance, he proved himself a a worthy soloist
Expanding the horizons of musical imagination at Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival 2016
Music representing the energy of dark matter and performances using brain-computer interfaces and biocomputers will be among the highlights of Frontiers, the 11th edition of the Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival.
Boyan Ensemble of Kiev on exciting form at Tavistock Church (review)
Boyan Ensemble of Kiev have a spine tingling opening to their concerts. The brought their music to Tavistock Church. Philip Buttall reviews