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Program notes help us prepare for the concert we are about to enjoy by providing a context in which the piece was composed and a deeper understanding of the composition’s musicality. Quell your excitement as you count down the … Continue reading
In celebration of Paul Lewis’ upcoming concert and us nearing the close of our #VRSchubert campaign, we are running a Twitter contest to WIN a copy of Paul Lewis’ latest album – Schubert Piano Works. Send a out a comment … Continue reading
There is little doubt that Schubert was inspired by the great genius of Beethoven, whose massive influence on music was unavoidable in early 19th century Vienna. While the two composers were contemporaries, Schubert died a mere two years after … Continue reading
Between his prior ten year long Beethoven Project, and his current Schubert Project Paul Lewis is no stranger to the touring circuit: Paul averages one-hundred concerts a year. When you factor in rehearsal and travel time going from London, to … Continue reading
Over the Thanksgiving weekend Alexander Varty, contributing writer to the Georgia Straight, had a phone interview with Paul Lewis from his London home. The article was published online in the Georgia Straight yesterday. With the media abuzz, we eagerly await … Continue reading
Born in 1972 to a dockworker father and a local council worker mother, music was not a major part of Paul Lewis’ familial life. His parents may have been non-musical, but they encouraged him through the early years. Starting to play … Continue reading
As described in earlier posts, Franz Schubert is no stranger to contemporary popular culture. Perhaps the most enduring example of this modern day crossover is Disney’s Fantasia. Here Schubert’s Ave Maria seamlessly spins out of Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain, … Continue reading
“Yes, it’s wonderful to walk on to a stage and have everyone applaud, and applaud again when I’ve finished. But that is not what this is about. It’s not about me, it’s about the composer and the music, and … Continue reading
Even pop stars need to engage in classical music therapy every now and then! Pictured here is music legend David Bowie rocking out to some Schubert cello music. SPECIAL TICKET OFFER! As part of the #VRSchubert campaign we’re … Continue reading
“There is no such thing as happy music.” -Franz Schubert Next Saturday in New York city Paul Lewis will perform Schubert’s tragically beautiful final three sonatas as part of Lincoln Center’s White Light Festival; the same concert he will … Continue reading
