We are Classical

Yoram Ish-Hurwitz heeft als concertpianist al geruime tijd een vaste plek veroverd in het Nederlandse concertleven. Hij vormt een duo met violiste Noa Wildschut met wie hij in binnen- en buitenland optreedt en sinds 2012 is hij oprichter en artistiek leider van Oranjewoud Festival. Wij vroegen hem naar zijn festival.

Featuring great string players of Festival Napa Valley, Charles Letourneau, Executive Producer, curated this exclusive playlist for classical music lovers across the world to enjoy a wide variety of glorious music. Listen only on Primephonic.

Charles Letourneau has been Executive Producer of Festival Napa Valley since its start in 2006. With over two decades of experience as a manager and presenter, Charles has helped build an institution in Napa Valley that has seen incredible names in classical music and supports young artists who are just making their mark. 

One of classical music's great friendships ended abruptly in 1915, when, with the world at war, Alexander Scriabin died at just 43.

Robert Spano has been at the helm of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for 19 years, and has indelibly left his mark on both the orchestra and the musical life of the city in that time. We asked him about what changes he's seen, the process of recording and the importance of working with living composers.

Since winning the coveted BBC Young Musician of the Year in 2002 at the age of 12, Jennifer Pike has been making music of virtuosity, curiosity and verve. Her recent release on Chandos 'The Polish Violin' sees her exploring her heritage, and that of the violin amongst Polish composers. We asked Jennifer about the experiences and discoveries which contributed to the album.