Aleksandra Kurzak is one of many musicians whose ability to travel has been challenged by the volcanic ash cloud. “Last heard, the Dutch Nieuw Ensemble was stuck in Hong Kong, the Asko Ensemble wasn’t leaving New York anytime soon, the Ensemble Modern was still in Istanbul and the Dresden Philharmonic was stranded on the Spanish island of Mallorca….”
Tag: 04.20.10
Orange Prize Shortlist’s Big Non-Surprise: Hilary Mantel
“The winner will be chosen from Mantel, Rosie Alison (for The Very Thought of You), Barbara Kingsolver (for The Lacuna), Attica Locke (for Black Water Rising), Lorrie Moore (for A Gate at the Stairs), and Monique Roffey (for The White Woman on the Green Bicycle).”
NY Phil, Lincoln Center Give Themselves Breathing Room
“Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and the New York Philharmonic have decided to extend their operating agreement to give both parties more time to resolve questions about a renovation of the orchestra’s home, Avery Fisher Hall.”