Fri, Sep 27, 2002 - Page 17 News List

Symphonic sounds of middle England

Under the baton of Sakari Oramo, the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra will pack Taipei's National Concert Hall

By Gavin Phipps  /  STAFF REPORTER

Sadly, however, the reasons behind the orchestra's desire to teach classical music appreciation to the young are twofold. According to Maddock, classical music in the UK now has a predominately aging audience, meaning that such visits are not simply aimed at tuition but are vitally important to the continuing appreciation of classical music in Britain.

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