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Keys to Music is a perfect way to start listening to ABC Classic FM. In Graham's own words he would like to break down the barriers to enjoying music for non-musicians, revealing basic concepts, discussing composers and exploring pieces of music inside-out.
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La bohème 1
The first of two programs in which Graham looks closely at one of the most popular operas in the repertoire. The recording used features Mirella Freni and Nicolai Gedda, conducted by Thomas Schippers and recorded in Rome in the early 1960s.
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Brahms's last symphony has been recognised as a supreme masterpiece since its premiere in 1885. > more
In his second program looking at JS Bach's family, Graham turns his attention to the remarkable Anna Magdalena Bach, the composer's second wife. > more
The first of two programs in which Graham will look closely at JS Bach's family, devoting one program to each of his two wives. > more
The second in Graham's two-part series exploring the symphonic poem. > more
In May 2009, Keys To Music presented four programs focusing on the importance of good musical experiences in a child's education. Graham's guest in the series was the eminent Australian conductor and music educator Richard Gill and their conversations generated an enormous response among ABC Classic FM listeners.
1: The Body (22 MB, 30'50") Graham Abbott and Richard Gill discuss the importance of dance and movement in a child's musical experiences, joined by Dr Micheal Giddens, a leading exponent of Dalcroze Eurhythmics.
2: The Voice (17 MB, 24'08") Graham and Richard discuss the importance of singing in a child's life, joined by Kathryn Sadler, one of Melbourne's leading singing teachers and choir directors.
3: Instruments (13 MB, 18'18") Graham and Richard discuss why learning an instrument is good for children, joined by Alastair McKean, Director of Border Music Camp.
4: The Mind (16 MB, 22' 38") Graham and Richard conclude their discussion on the importance of Music Education for children. In this program they focus on the proven benefits of musical experiences for a child's intellectual and social development.
To download from a PC: Right-click the MP3 link, and choose 'Save Target As'. To download from a Mac: Hold down the Control key and click the MP3 link. Then choose Save. We are very pleased to be able to make the spoken word components of these programs available as podcasts. We are unable to include the music tracks due to copyright restrictions.
Music played during Keys to Music on March 13 | 6 | February 27 | 20 | For earlier dates, start at the index of Archived Music Details.
Please note that 'Keys To Music' programs are not available to purchase, either in audio format or as a script, unless they have been commercially released by ABC Classics.
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Keys To Music Conversations
Get up close and personal with some of Australia’s finest musicians as they not only explore great music with Graham Abbott but discuss being a musician in the modern world.
• Sun 25 April, Ferry Road Studios West End, Brisbane 3.00 pm
Keyboard Dialogues: Liam Viney and Anna Grinberg, pianos
Music by Mozart, McPhee, Lutoslawski and Messiaen
Admission free, no bookings required.
Keys To Music Concerts
Graham Abbott and some of Australia’s finest musical organisations dissect and perform masterworks from the orchestral and chamber music repertoire.
• Tue 30 March, Perth Concert Hall 7.30 pm
West Australian Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Graham Abbott
Debussy La Mer
Bookings through WASO: 08 9326 0000
• Tue 22 June, Studio 520 ABC Adelaide 11.00 am
Australian String Quartet
Haydn “Fifths” Quartet
Bookings through ASQ: 08 8303 4389
• Tue 16 November, Iwaki Auditorium ABC Southbank, Melbourne 6.30 pm
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Graham Abbott
Haydn “Farewell” Symphony
Bookings through MSO: 03 9626 1111
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