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400 musical works banned by Nazis published for first time

Collection consists of compositions by Jewish musicians banned during the Holocaust.

400 musical works banned by Nazis published for first time

How WWII Jewish refugees formed the world famous Amadeus Quartet

One silver lining in the darkness of war, writes this UK author and editor, was the arrival in Britain of Jewish refugees. Op-ed for VE Day

How WWII Jewish refugees formed the world famous Amadeus Quartet

Fear turns to joy at Carnegie Hall

Fear turns to joy at Carnegie Hall

Jewish musicologist Richard Taruskin awarded Japanese ‘Nobel’

Dr. Richard Taruskin has been awarded 2017 Kyoto Prize for contributions to study of music.

Jewish musicologist Richard Taruskin awarded Japanese ‘Nobel’

Israeli virtuoso launches concerto for Instagram

Mandolin virtuoso Avi Avital's 15-second performance is an illustration of the modern era's short attention span.

Israeli virtuoso launches concerto for Instagram

Lost Mozart music played for first time in 200 years

Museum of Prague hosts performance of lost piece that provides glimpse into rivalry between Mozart and Antonio Salieri.

Lost Mozart music played for first time in 200 years

A Proposed Solution to Europe's Migrant Problem

A Proposed Solution to Europe's Migrant Problem

When Carlebach Spirit Meets Classical Music

Special tribute concert features the soulful Shabbat tunes of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach - as played by a philharmonic orchestra.

When Carlebach Spirit Meets Classical Music