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Blog

The blog of APO Music Director, Andrew Taylor.

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Updated: programme note for Mahler’s Third Symphony

October 7, 2018October 14, 2018 Andrew Taylor

This post is updated with revisions and listening notes. Some weeks ago, I mentioned that I’d be posting up drafts

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New APO players’ rehearsal and practice wiki

September 22, 2018September 22, 2018 Andrew Taylor

Today is the start of a great adventure, as we begin rehearsals for Mahler’s Third Symphony. I’m excited and a

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Mourning the loss of a venue; hopeful for the future

September 19, 2018September 19, 2018 Andrew Taylor London Mozart Players, orchestra, Reading, Reading Borough Council, Reading on Thames Festival, TAR, The Concert Hall, Theatre Arts Reading

Last week, I attended the London Mozart Players’ concert as part of the Reading on Thames Festival. Musically, the evening

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#WhatMahlerTellsMe – how much should we know in advance?

September 6, 2018October 7, 2018 Andrew Taylor #WhatMahlerTellsMe, Mahler, orchestra

A few years ago, while preparing for APO’s performance of Vaughan Williams’ ‘A Pastoral Symphony’, I read a quote that’s

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Mahler for geeks – devising a rehearsal schedule for a monster

August 27, 2018August 27, 2018 Andrew Taylor conductor, geek, Mahler, orchestra, rehearsal

One of the less obvious tasks of a conductor can be described under the heading of ‘rehearsal strategy’: ensuring that

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New MD blog

August 26, 2018August 26, 2018 Andrew Taylor

Hello! I’m APO Music Director, Andrew Taylor, and this is my new blog. A few years ago, I had a

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Next events

¡Fiesta on the Footbridge! (18th July, 3pm) Free, vibrant orchestral music on Reading Station’s transfer deck. A lively summer showcase with the chance to step up and conduct. Free entry via the gateline.

¡Arriba at All Saints! (19th July, 4.30pm) A colourful, uplifting orchestral concert in beautiful All Saints, Wokingham. Arrive early - the bar opens 45 minutes before - to enjoy a drink and the warm pre‑concert buzz. Book your tickets now!

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