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Helene Grimaud Talks About 'Water' the CD and the Environmental Challenges

Water, it is the source of life and death. It is sustains and corrodes. When it pours outside our window, it torments us but also it comforts us, heals our weaknesses. If there is a greater power on earth, it has yet to be found. Water or lack thereof can bring a country, a state or a city to its knees faster than economic sanctions. Like many in the art world through the ages, French classical pianist Helene Grimaud is fascinated by water, as a muse, a metaphor and bringer of life. Her didactic approach to the project was due to her strong belief in environmentalism. Classicalite sat down to talk with Ms. Grimaud about water and Water.
By Thomas Swan

  • Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Turns 100: Plans BIg Shows for New Century

    The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra turned 100-years-old last night and they celebrated big with special guest, violinist Joshua Bell. If you missed the party don’t worry. The party isn’t over. The BSO has plenty of big events planned for this year including concerts with Broadway’s Sutton Foster ('Thoroughly Modern Millie,' 'Anything Goes'), 'Hairspray' in concert as well as performances of 'Peter and the Wolf ' and 'Porgy and Bess.' That is just a small sample of what the BSO has in store for guest this year.
    By James Knight

  • Cecilia Bartoli & Max Martin Named 2016 Polar Prize Laureates

    This week it was announced that opera star, Cecilia Bartoli, and hit songwriter, Max Martin, have been selected as the 2016 Polar Prize winners. The prize is Sweden's biggest music honor and aims to celebrate talents of all stripes in the industry.
    By Ian Holubiak