"Evocative, exciting, and richly scored music that zings with originality... Everything Errollyn Wallen touches is supremely orchestrated, each piece brimming with intriguing sonic effects and genuine popular appeal." ca.chartoo.com/apple-music/al…

Some thoughts on conducting works by living composers, in relation to our recent disc with Errollyn Wallen. My interview with Notes from the Podium (££) is now online:

In the charts! Errollyn Wallen: Orchestral Works. Resonus Classics 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘄𝘀 officialcharts.com/charts/special…

The other eminent instrumentalist featuring in this month's issue is Kristina Blaumane, Principal Cello of the London Philharmonic Orchestra. In our conversation we discussed her role, how it differs to those of the other cellists, and her collaboration with conductors. notesfromthepodium.co.uk/?p=2000

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ from BBC Music Magazine! Congratulations team! 💪😍

We have just heard the sad news that the great pianist Alfred Brendel passed away this morning Anyone who had the opportunity to hear him perform live will not easily forget his masterly interpretations RIP

Issue 33: The Tone Poem, is now live! notesfromthepodium.co.uk/?p=2050

Interested in learning more about the trumpet? In Issue 33 (published yesterday) Imogen Whitehead, Principal Trumpet of Britten Sinfonia, discusses her new role, appearing in Maestro, performing to Peter Maxwell Davies, and her debut album Connection... notesfromthepodium.co.uk/?p=2034

Debussy’s masterpiece Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune features in the latest issue. The brilliant and charismatic James Gaffigan, MD of komische oper and Les Arts, València chose to discuss this in depth. He clearly knew it like the back of his hand. notesfromthepodium.co.uk/?p=2032

So sad to hear that Sir Roger Norrington has left us. Such a unique, life-affirming character and musician. I think that he always felt like an outsider - which made him insecure, but also contributed to the freshness and originality of his music-making. Farewell and thank you.

So very sad to hear of the death of Sir Roger Norrington. Such a lovely man to speak with, and a great supporter of NftP. My thoughts are with all of his family, friends and colleagues. Xx

Enjoying BBC Strictly ✨? Take a look at our FREE ACCESS interview with its musical director/arranger Dave Arch. He's given the song choices on MONDAY (or later), arranges the music BY EAR, and writes out all the parts BY HAND. Give that man a Knighthood! tinyurl.com/3cmbme75