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September 2018

     
    Sep 26, 2018

    The Charm and Innovation of Boccherini

    By Allen Whear, violoncello

    On October 3 & 6 a chamber group of Tafelmusik musicians will perform Quintessential Boccherini as part of our Close Encounters series. We asked Tafelmusik cellist Allen Whear to share his thoughts on the appeal of Boccherini and the importance of the composer’s work for the cello.

    Sep 25, 2018

    A Fond Farewell to Carol Campbell

    After 32 remarkable seasons at Tafelmusik as Front-of-House, Volunteer, and Events Manager, Carol Campbell is retiring. Former Managing Director Tricia Baldwin worked with Carol from 2000–2014, and offers these reflections. We all join her in wishing Carol the very best!

    Sep 14, 2018

    My Instrument with Dominic Teresi, bassoonist

    In our upcoming 2018/19 season opening concert, Mozart 40, Dominic Teresi will be featured as soloist, performing Mozart's Concerto for bassoon in B-flat Major.

    Dominic Teresi with his bassoon. Photo by Sian Richards.By Dominic Teresi, bassoon

    Sep 13, 2018

    Behind the Musik: Mozart 40

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    By Charlotte Nediger

    Sep 7, 2018

    Tafelmusik at 40: 1978/79 – 1988/89

    As we celebrate 40 years of Tafelmusik, we’ll look back at this incredible journey through timelines of highlights of each decade. First up: 1978/79 to 1988/89, our first decade!

    Sep 4, 2018

    Quotes on Mozart's 40th Symphony

    By Tim Crouch, Senior Marketing Manager

    We open our 2018/19 40th anniversary season with Mozart's Symphony no. 40 in Mozart 40. The music of Mozart is always a favourite for our orchestra and choir to perform — here are some of my favourite quotes on the composer and his symphony.

    Mozart 40 - gold and silver florets on a yellow background

    On Symphony no. 40

    Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir