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Deceptive Cadence
10:02 am
Wed May 16, 2012

Classical Music Is Supreme Today At The Nation's Highest Court

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Supreme Court Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a dedicated advocate of classical music.

Originally published on Thu May 17, 2012 1:52 pm

This is a big week for classical music at the Supreme Court. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg provided Alex Ross at The New Yorker with a list of her favorite records.

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Deceptive Cadence
12:19 pm
Tue May 15, 2012

Kathleen Ferrier: A Voice Not Forgotten

Originally published on Tue May 15, 2012 12:48 pm

One hundred years ago, a musical marvel was born. She grew up in a tiny hamlet in the North of England, but made a huge impression on the world of classical music.

"Unique" is an overused word, yet it truly fits the sound of Kathleen Ferrier's voice. If you've never heard it, prepare to be amazed — stop reading now and click on the link below.

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Deceptive Cadence
3:42 pm
Mon May 14, 2012

Garth Knox: One Viola And 1,000 Years Of Musical History

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On Garth Knox's new album, Saltarello, the adventurous violist creates surprising musical juxtapositions.

Originally published on Mon May 14, 2012 6:49 pm

Garth Knox was born to play the viola. As a youngster, he already had two sisters who played violin and a brother who played cello. "So for the family string quartet," Knox says, "it was very clear from the start which instrument I would play."

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