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Laura Volpi

Laura Volpi

Laura Volpi used to be Bachtrack's Commissioning Editor. Having studied singing as part of the choir of Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, in her native Italy, she has a soft spot for Mozart operas and contemporary dance, but also loves all classical music. A published author and magazine writer, in summer you can find her queuing for the Proms or in Hyde Park listening to Vivaldi while feeding carrots to squirrels.

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A pact of happiness with nature: the new Penderecki's Garden website

By Laura Volpi, 03 December 2021

We explore the new website celebrating Krzysztof Penderecki's musical and horticultural legacy and discover a rather unique treasure trove of information and sensory stimulation.

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A pact of happiness with nature: the new Penderecki's Garden website

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The many faces of Barcelona: three architecture walks in the Catalan capital

By Laura Volpi, 19 November 2021

Follow me on three mini-walking tours around some of my favourite music venues in the city.

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The many faces of Barcelona: three architecture walks

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Genius and madness: the Siam Sinfonietta uses lockdown to film a homage to B horror movies

By Laura Volpi, 09 July 2021

We spoke to Thai-American composer and Siam Sinfonietta's founder Somtow Sucharitkul and Thailand-based British film director Paul Spurrier about this unique project born from lockdown restrictions.

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The Siam Sinfonietta uses lockdown to film a homage to B horror movies

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Young violinist Chloe Chua: a video journey ahead of her Singapore Symphony concert

By Laura Volpi, 26 November 2020

A video journey through the short yet impressive music career - to date - of violinist Chloe Chua.

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Chloe Chua: a video journey ahead of her SSO concert

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From Fantasia to Fidelio: classical music and animation

By Laura Volpi, 13 November 2020

Today marks the 80th anniversary of the US release of Disney's Fantasia. To celebrate, we pick some favourites amongst the many animated features that have used classical music over the years.

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From Fantasia to Fidelio: classical music and animation

Beauty will heal us: looking ahead to The New Generation Festival

By Laura Volpi, 06 April 2020

The New Generation Festival will take place in Florence in August: I discussed hope, beauty and conviviality with co-founder Frankie Parham.

Beauty will heal us: looking ahead to The New Generation Festival

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The joy of music making: Benjamin Grosvenor on his life at the piano

By Laura Volpi, 03 February 2020

We spoke to the British pianist about instruments, his love for Chopin and his passion for music education.

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The joy of music making: Benjamin Grosvenor on his life at the piano

My piano is my singing voice: Ryoma Takagi on winning the Edvard Grieg competition

By Laura Volpi, 02 December 2019

We spoke to Japanese pianist Ryoma Takagi on how he found a second home in Bergen, Norway, and what came after his win.

My piano is my singing voice: Ryoma Takagi

Prepare, focus, stay: Florian Riem on how to make the most of a music competition

By Laura Volpi, 01 November 2019

We spoke to the newly appointed interim Secretary General of the the World Federation of International Music Competitions (WFIMC) about his best tips for competitors and organisers alike.

Florian Riem on how to make the most of a music competition

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Bachground music: a day with Johann Sebastian

By Laura Volpi, 15 August 2019

An entire day with Bach as your soundtrack.

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Bachground music: a day with Johann Sebastian

Musical Dolce Vita: the Varignana Music Festival

By Laura Volpi, 10 May 2019

Feeding body and soul: the Varignana Music Festival offers its audience the chance to enjoy great chamber music while also taking care of their wellbeing.

Musical Dolce Vita: the Varignana Music Festival

A new generation of choral music: the Rainbow Chamber Singers

By Laura Volpi, 26 March 2019

With their songs about nagging parents or overtime at the office, Shanghai-based ensemble Rainbow Chamber Singers are connecting with a new generation of choral music lovers.

A new generation of choral music: the Rainbow Chamber Singers

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Simon Halsey on the beauty of differences and the joy of choral singing

By Laura Volpi, 22 March 2019

In conversation with acclaimed Choral Director Simon Halsey, on choral traditions and on how important it is to be part of a large musical family.

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Simon Halsey on the beauty of differences and the joy of singing

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A secret singing life: the vibrant world of Renaissance convent choirs

By Laura Volpi, 08 March 2019

We speak to musicologist and Renaissance expert Prof. Laurie Stras to find out more about some fascinating stories and scores that have been left out of the history books.

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A secret singing life: convent choirs in the Renaissance

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One of the players: Karina Canellakis on her journey to the podium

By Laura Volpi, 07 February 2019

Karina Canellakis on her love for her job and why the music education of young children is so important.

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One of the players: Karina Canellakis on her journey to the podium

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Martin Grubinger, the percussion polymath

By Laura Volpi, 01 February 2019

Percussion virtuoso Martin Grubinger talks about his love for Bernstein, his current projects and how we need more women to take up percussion.

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Martin Grubinger, the percussion polymath

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Inspiring a new generation of composers: Sally Beamish

By Laura Volpi, 25 January 2019

Sally Beamish on women composers and on how her daughter's viola gave her back her performing voice.

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Inspiring new generations of composers

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Anna Meredith on the shape of music

By Laura Volpi, 16 January 2019

Eclectic composer and performer Anna Meredith talks to Bachtrack about her composition process and her most recent work.

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The shape of music: Anna Meredith

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On the side of the angels: Bernstein is third most performed composer of 2018

By Laura Volpi, 07 January 2019

We speak to Paul Epstein, Senior Vice President at the Leonard Bernstein Office and longtime friend of the composer, to find out what's behind the success of the Bernstein's centennial.

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Bernstein is third most performed composer of 2018

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Once upon a tempo: a dip into the history of classical music competitions

By Laura Volpi, 08 November 2018

A peek into the past of many classical music competitions reveals that the strength of the human spirit is at the centre of it all.

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Once upon a tempo: the history of classical music competitions

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Leila Josefowicz: musical explorer

By Laura Volpi, 17 October 2018

Virtuoso violinist and contemporary muse Leila Josefowicz talks about her efforts to add new pieces to the violin repertoire.

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Leila Josefowicz: musical explorer