The struggle for vulnerability: why classical musicians feel afraid to speak out
Hattie Butterworth, cellist and recent conservatoire graduate, outlines some of the reasons why...
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Why do we sing?
The benefits of singing are well documented, but studies are increasingly revealing it to have...
4 tips for returning to performance
With concert halls open once again, many musicians will be returning to regular performances. Here...
Contemporary music for the socially conscious: Red Note Ensemble
Red Note Ensemble brings contemporary music to communities in Scotland and beyond. Susan Nickalls...
'Indispensible': New app NomadPlay takes practice to new level
Charlotte Gardner reviews a new app which allows users to play alongside professionals from the...
Shiva Feshareki: creating space through music
Samara Ginsberg speaks to a composer for whom performance space is integral to the process of...
ABO Orchestra Manager of the Year 2021: Crispin Woodhead
The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment were, last September, the first ensemble to embed their...
Beyond solidarity: increasing diversity in music
Composer Daniel Kidane discusses how 2020 was a watershed moment for discussions around diversity...
The gig economy: what does it mean for the music industry?
Like it or not, it seems that the gig economy is here to stay, presenting a host of challenges but...