The stories of art
We talk to our artists about their current projects, what drives them in their pursuit of excellence, and their hopes for the future
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The agony and the ecstasy
Jonathan Stockhammer, who recently joined the Maestro Arts roster, reflects on his earliest memories of musical ecstasy, the challenge of finding his…Discover more -
The power of fragility
As he begins his Artist in Residence season with Residentie Orkest, performing Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto (9 & 11 October), Stefan Jackiw…Discover more -
In search of the present
François-Xavier Roth has been bringing music to care homes as part of SWR Symphonieorchester’s commitment to community and participation, and this…Discover more -
Close encounters
As Elena Schwarz prepares to make her BBC Proms debut this summer, she reflects on the personal significance of the famous festival, and shares her…Discover more -
Capacity to connect
As director Sophie Hunter joins our roster, she tells us about her theatrical background and her belief that art can create meaningful connections…Discover more -
An equal temperament
As we welcome the Takács Quartet to the Maestro Arts roster, first violinist Edward Dusinberre reflects on the qualities that have sustained the…Discover more -
Into the Inferno
As Mat Collishaw’s Inferno is staged at Southbank Centre this month, he explains why he brings climate change into his art, and describes how his…Discover more -
A place of joy
The Doric String Quartet performs at Wigmore Hall and Concertgebouw this month and then tours the US. Their viola player Emma Wernig describes the…Discover more -
Introducing Julien Chavaz
As we welcome director Julian Chavaz to our roster, we ask him about his creative background and thoughts about directing opera What was your first…Discover more -
Speaking music
Jonian Ilias Kadesha looks back on his formative years and the influence of Gidon Kremer’s way of speaking with the violin, and explains how he keeps…Discover more -
A fine balance
Kazushi Ono conducts Der fliegende Holländer at Hamburg State Opera this month, and later in the year, Rusalka at Opéra national de Paris and Elektra…Discover more
