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Dolce Suono and 1807 & Friends
Sympathy for the harpsichord
This month’s concerts by Dolce Suono and 1807 & Friends illustrated the compromises that Baroque musicians must make when they play modern instruments.

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Philly Pops, reborn
Move over, Moe and Peter
For 35 years, the Philly Pops was synonymous with two names: Moe Septee and Peter Nero. Last weekend Michael Krajewski proved himself a worthy heir.

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A composer drives Broad Street
The composer as commuter
If you think driving on Broad Street is like composing music, you would be correct. At least it is for me. Whatever lane I’m in is the wrong one.

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Philadelphia Orchestra unveils two premieres
A vicious cycle, broken at last
The Philadelphia Orchestra did something rarely seen these days by a major band: It programmed two substantial, commissioned works for the same concert, and both were warmly received.

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Chamber Orchestra and Bach at 7
World in turmoil? Here’s hope
The Chamber Orchestra performed a Bartok piece that should be played more often. Bach at Seven spotlighted a new composer of Interest.

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'Spring Nights' by the Delaware Symphony Orchestra
Amo, Amas, Amado
After 13 years, David Amado’s love and devotion have transformed the Delaware Symphony Orchestra.

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PCMS presents the Johannes Quartet
Making sparks fly
The Johannes Quartet showed its mettle in stimulating and sharp-edged performances across a broad repertory. This was one of the season’s best.

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Lyric Fest presents letters set to music
Be careful what you tell artistic directors
Lyric Fest premieres nine new songs in a program suggested by a talkative reviewer.

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Isabel Leonard and Sharon Isbin in recital
A program of neglected gems
Sharon Isbin is the most esteemed classical guitarist in the world and Isabel Leonard is one of opera’s upcoming stars. They met as equals in an event presented by the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society.

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Bach@7 presents three pieces by Phillip Moore
The complexities of serenity
Bach at Seven places three modern pieces in dialogue with three pieces by Bach and demonstrates two great truths about music.

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