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Notes on Notes

A Little Update...
A Little Update...

Changes are afoot!

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Benjamin JacksonAugust 2, 2019Comment
Review: Manchester Collective - 'Goldberg Variations' at Leeds Town Hall, 26/04/2019
Review: Manchester Collective - 'Goldberg Variations' at Leeds Town Hall, 26/04/2019

★★★★★

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Benjamin JacksonApril 27, 2019Comment
A Dream From Before
A Dream From Before

A little bit of background on my new album!

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Benjamin JacksonApril 19, 2019Comment
Shostakovich's 15 Symphonies: Ranked
Shostakovich's 15 Symphonies: Ranked

I listened to every Shostakovich symphony - so here’s what I thought.

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Benjamin JacksonMarch 28, 2019Comment
The Magic Flute, Language and Surtitles
The Magic Flute, Language and Surtitles

My thoughts on the use of language and surtitles in a recent production of ‘The Magic Flute’

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Benjamin JacksonMarch 4, 2019Comment
Review: Manchester Collective - 'Black Angels' at Leeds Town Hall, 22/02/2019
Review: Manchester Collective - 'Black Angels' at Leeds Town Hall, 22/02/2019

★★★★

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Benjamin JacksonFebruary 23, 2019Comment
The Rite of Spring and Gianni Schicchi at Opera North
The Rite of Spring and Gianni Schicchi at Opera North

Here’s what I thought about Opera North’s latest double-bill of The Rite of Spring and Gianni Schicchi

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Benjamin JacksonFebruary 18, 2019Comment
What I'm Working On: Haydn - Cello Concerto in C: Mvt 1
What I'm Working On: Haydn - Cello Concerto in C: Mvt 1

Another piece that I’m working on, and mu thoughts about it!

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Benjamin JacksonJanuary 30, 2019Comment
Brahms and Finding Authenticity
Brahms and Finding Authenticity

Brahms’ music and its relationship to a personal journey of authenticity

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Benjamin JacksonDecember 27, 2018Comment
Three Perspectives of 'Silent Night'
Three Perspectives of 'Silent Night'

Three different perspectives of a very special opera

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Benjamin JacksonDecember 14, 2018Comment
What I'm Working On: Walton - Passacaglia for Solo Cello (1982)
What I'm Working On: Walton - Passacaglia for Solo Cello (1982)

In the first of a series exploring the music I’m preparing for performance, I examine William Walton’s ‘Passacaglia for Solo Cello’

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Benjamin JacksonNovember 18, 2018Comment
Reflecting on Puccini's 'Tosca'
Reflecting on Puccini's 'Tosca'

I went to see Opera North’s latest production of Tosca by Puccini - here is a short reflection on it

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Benjamin JacksonOctober 15, 2018Comment
Another Slice?
Another Slice?

Hi there. It’s been a while…

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Benjamin JacksonSeptember 26, 2018
Sibelius' Violin Concerto: Unique Convention
Sibelius' Violin Concerto: Unique Convention

Sibelius’ only concerto and what makes it unique…

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Benjamin JacksonJune 20, 2018Comment
19 Symphonies To Feast Your Ears Upon
19 Symphonies To Feast Your Ears Upon

Symphonies are everywhere in classical music, but how can you get the most from listening to one? Here are 19 symphonies that are great to listen to if you have the chance!

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Benjamin JacksonJune 4, 2018 Comments
Writing and Performing a Cello Suite
Writing and Performing a Cello Suite

This year I wrote and performed a cello suite, and here is something about what went into the process. I hope you enjoy!

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Benjamin JacksonMay 21, 2018Comment
A Guide To: Listening to Contemporary Music
A Guide To: Listening to Contemporary Music

A brief guide to what’s going on in some contemporary music that might initially seem hard to listen to. I hope this helps even just a little bit towards trying out some new music!

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Benjamin JacksonMay 11, 2018Comment
A Slice of Operatic Cake 10: Salome
A Slice of Operatic Cake 10: Salome

My review of Opera North’s concert staging of ‘Salome’ by Richard Strauss - performed on 22/04/18 at Leeds Town Hall

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Benjamin JacksonApril 23, 2018Comment
Richard Strauss: 'Blimey, there's a lot going on here!'
Richard Strauss: 'Blimey, there's a lot going on here!'

Why I realised the genius of Richard Strauss

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Benjamin JacksonMarch 28, 2018Comment
A Slice of Operatic Cake 9: Madama Butterfly
A Slice of Operatic Cake 9: Madama Butterfly
Benjamin JacksonFebruary 27, 2018Comment
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