Monthly Archives: May 2010

Prokofiev vln concerto no 2

Posted on May 31, 2010 by Jan Alm

In the second violin concerto by Prokofiev, second movement, there is in the last bar a small phrase for clarinet and solo bass. For some reason this often comes out less convincing than it should despite being quite easy to … Continue reading →

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Haydn 95 and Beethoven

Posted on May 7, 2010 by Jan Alm

This week we have played the Haydn 95 symphony. Written in 1791 this is one of the famous London symphonies for which Haydn was greatly rewarded in fame as well as cash. He must have been proud and happy when … Continue reading →

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