by Joseph Herter Originally published on the PMC website on 8 August 2000 The Great War (1914-18) did not inspire many Polish composers to write music “for the cause.” If one recalls the political situation and borders of a non-existent Poland of that time, the explanation for this is simple. At the outbreak of the…Continue Reading A Polish Overture by a British Composer: “Polonia”, Op. 76 by Edward ElgarA Polish Overture by a British Composer:
Day: June 12, 2023
MEMORIES AND INSPIRATIONS
An Obituary by Marek Zebrowski Hy Blythe, an iconic figure in Paso Robles for many decades and a great champion of Ignacy Jan Paderewski, died at home on 31 March 2023. He was 95 years old. He left his wife, Hellie (pictured together above, at their home in 2007), daughter Leslie and son William, as…Continue Reading MEMORIES AND INSPIRATIONS