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Oxford International Song Festival: Revolution in Music

Friday 18 October 2024
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Faculty of Music students are offered free admission on production of a valid Bod card.

Jonathan Cross (c) Ian Wallman

Professor Jonathan Cross introduces Arnold Schoenberg and the contradictions that surround him: a revolutionary figure steeped in tradition, a rule breaker and a rule maker, whose music can be challenging but is often surprisingly beautiful. This is an ideal introduction for anyone who doesn't yet know what all the fuss is about!

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Children’s Music-Making in the Institution

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A one-hour programme of South African township music in celebration of Black History Month.

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