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Classical Notes: September 28, 2012 Archive

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Philippe Quint on why should we even bother caring about classical

Posted at 9:31 AM on September 28, 2012 by Alison Young (0 Comments)

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Why should we care about classical music?
If classical doesn't have the reach and success of other music genres, does it have value?
Why don't you ever hear someone say "He's the classical star of rock music?"

Violinist "rock star" Philippe Quint muses on these subjects in a recent blog and - like his playing - it will knock your socks off.

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