The Fascination Of Shostakovich
A super feature on Shostakovich by David Fanning in Gramophone Magazine.
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Baritone Matthias Goerne arrives in Australia
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Amy Dickson Wins A Classical Brit Award
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Trifonov’s New Release Evokes Chopin And Beyond
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