The Case for Challenging Music
Why in classical contemporary music do so many people equate challenging with intimidating—or even infuriating?
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Ben Kothe / The Atlantic Rehabilitating Puccini
The immense popularity of operas such as Tosca or La Bohème has long rendered the composer suspect in high-minded circles—but opinion within the academy is catching up with audiences.
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