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Wallfisch Family TV Documentary

August 23, 2010 10:32 AM

Today on ARTE at 22:30 there is a documentary on the extraordinary musical dynasty that is the Wallfisch family.

Starting with the incredible life of cellist Anita Lasker-Wallfisch, who survived Auschwitz by playing in the camp's orchestra, the documentary goes on to discover the musical heritage of her son Raphael the esteemed cellist, his wife Elizabeth, a specialist in Baroque and Classical violin, and their children Benjamin (conductor), Jo (jazz singer) and Simon (tenor).

By Ikon Arts Management on August 23, 2010 10:32 AM

VOCES8 forthcoming Bach Motet disk

August 16, 2010 12:32 PM

VOCES8 and The Senesino Players are soon to release their new CD of Bach Motets, directed by Barney Smith on Signum in September 2010. Performed one per part this CD is a refreshing insight into Bach's religious faith and demonstrates the essential parallels between his belief and his art.

This new recording is an astonishing follow up to their recent jazz CD 'Aces High' showing the unique versatility the group has in performing all genres of music from authentic baroque to popular jazz arrangements.

Click on the video above for sneak preview of this new Bach disk.

By Ikon Arts Management on August 16, 2010 12:32 PM

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