Show Notes
This year, cellist Laurence Lesser celebrates his 85th birthday, as well as 50 years at the New England Conservatory, where he is president emeritus. His numerous students appear in concert halls, orchestras, teaching studios and more around the world. He speaks to online editor Davina about his teaching methods and approaches, including the ‘what, why and how’ of cello playing, plus how teaching has informed his playing throughout the years. The New England Conservatory will celebrate Larry’s 85th Birthday and 50 Years at the Conservatory with a concert at Jordan Hall on 13 November at 7:30pm with pianist Minsoo Sohn. From October to May, Larry will also be curating First Mondays at Jordan Hall, a concert series featuring musical friends and NEC alumni. Each concert is free and open to the public with online RSVP. Find out more here: https://necmusic.edu/concerts Check out thestrad.com for the latest news, articles and reviews on all things to do with string playing. Register and subscribe to access exclusive archival content from 2010 onwards. Student discount! Get 50% off an online subscription! Check it out here: https://bit.ly/3eQ75AB Find us on social media: Facebook.com/thestrad X: @TheStradMag Instagram: @the_strad_ Bloch - Schelomo (Solomon), Hebraic Rhapsody for Cello and Orchestra Laurence Lesser, cello / NEC Philharmonia / Hugh Wolff, music director and conductor Fauré - Après un rêve Laurence Lesser, cello / HaeSun Paik, piano Photo credit: Carlin Ma
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