In the 20 years that followed, Glass composed two further soundtracks to complete the films that now make up the Qatsi trilogy both as powerful and haunting as the first. John Humphrys. But remember it is a private station and if anyone clicks through TV. Only go to Classic with remote control to zap trailers and chatty girls on R3. You cant have it both ways- either you want a push to take people from other backgrounds because of their backgrounds, in which case you should have no problem with them not being the best, the yardsticks for that having in any case been made by the all-powerful over-represented white blokes you want gone, or you should want the people, whoever they are, who are most attuned to interpreting the output of music produced by the chosen men of the 17th-19th centuries- if you think that identity is so incredibly important then it would presumably follow that those sharing that identity would have some advantage in doing so, and would mostly then be the ones doing that job. Tell them its repetitive, he says, and thats all theyll hear.. Jesse Jane: Fifteen fucking years ago. By the end of that time Rachmaninov was sure about one thing: the need to get both him and his family out of Russia. How to Listen to Classic FM Latest on Classic FM. David Mellor's Melodies. Lesser known composers will also be featured. From award-winning writing and photography to binge-ready videos to electric live events, GQ meets millions of modern men where they live, creating the moments that create conversations. GQ: When did you first break into the industry? . But still support the local Classical FM station. Mr lebrecht I have great sympathy for you but as far as I am concerned both radio 3 and CFM have become completely dumbed down . Robs departure might be seen to mark the end of an era on the air, but something tells me that this may not really be the end. A loss to broadcasting. How funny I wrote white male men oh well! After logging in you can close it and return to this page. Having quit the suffocating BBC, hes too male, pale, stale to be welcomed back. Ill be listening at Xmas. Ziesmann wrote. There's such a fucking difference. Log in or sign up for Facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. Pointing out how modern that work was at the time, he wrote that it was the first symphony in five movements by a major composer. David Garrett traf sich Backstage mit Jane Jones zum Gesprch bei Classic FM. He's also recorded songs in Nashville, and appeared on Hee Haw and other TV shows. I was shooting the videos for it yesterday and they were laughing at me 'cause I couldn't stop finger-fucking into it. Jane Jones (printer) (died 1739), Irish printer, bookseller, and newspaper proprietor. Rob Cowan will be enormously missed. Janes wide experience in broadcasting before she came to Classic FM includes presenting rock and pop music programmes, phone-ins and music based magazine programmes for local commercial radio stations; producing and presenting music, specialist and documentary programmes for the BBC, including regional editions for Wales of Woman's Hour. Ranting at Norman in such a way is not the way to vent your anger. He was knowledgable and was the best presenter on Classicfm. In Rob Cowan CFM had its most knowlegeable and highly respected and much loved classical music broadcaster who went beyond simply presenting the usual diet of popular classics ad nauseum. Why not just stick to the distinction inclusivity/quality obviously these values are not incompatible, unless bad choices are made. Click here to support team Classic FM on their walks, and make a difference to young lives through Classic FMs charity, Globals Make Some Noise. It's become more about the shock value, instead of something sexy. Gender pay gap etc etc all indicate were still in a patriarchal society, albeit one that has progressed enormously. Serenade in E minor for Strings Opus 20 (2), Youngest ever Van Cliburn winner moved Marin Alsop to tears with this rapturous, Christopher Plummer was a classical pianist, and played Rachmaninov between Sound of, 80 percent of schoolchildren say more could be done to engage young people with, 13-year-old Ukrainian refugee plays poignantly on public piano, one year since the war, Mother asks TikTok to play her 10-year-old daughters melody, and a whole string, Classic FM's More Music Drive with John Brunning, Download 'Serenade in E minor for Strings Opus 20 (2)' on iTunes. Hi Tom, Is it simply another way of saying white male men (your phrase)? Throughout this very happy stint (my third with the Station) listeners have responded positively via email and on a weekly basis to the menus that Ive concocted for them, their varieties of style, genre, tone, tempo, mood and recorded vintage, the familiar played alongside the unfamiliar, and so forth, which leads me to sincerely hope that by reaching out Ive facilitated some valuable discoveries. It seems beyond doubt that he left the BBC when they wanted to dumb down Essential Classics to a roller-coaster ride through ill-assorted snippets, designed for listeners with short attention spans. But wasnt the sarcasm implying criticism of the decision makers? Ludwig Van Beethoven Yes Classic FM has gone down hill over the years, like the rest of us! We have an eyewitness report of intolerable disruptions. Classic FM is a private station surviving on sponsorship and advertising. More than 60 years ago, Jane Jones followed her heart - to the dismay of her parents - when she dropped out of college to marry her boyfriend, an ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) student heading to England for his first active duty assignment with the military. Material things have changed, but it takes time and thoughtfulness to change attitudes and systems, so that is why I call for tolerance and understanding rather than condemnation. Jane Jones is fascinated by the sense of longing in the Rachmaninovs music. Patriarchy annoys me a little, because it is often used to lay blame solely on Men while ignoring underlying historical factors such as: no reliable mechanical or chemical contraception until the 1960s; danger and frequency of death in childbirth; warfare without todays remote machinery; marriage normally a contract for life, and involving extended family; no electrical machinery to make the job of home- and garden-keeping quick and easy; long working hours for men; ideas shared by both women and men about natural role differentiation. Such a shame. And dont believe for a moment that I havent suffered the rod of prejudice, ie seaside boarding houses that insist on no dogs, no Blacks, no Jews mind you I was very young). Initially, his music came with a health warning - it was described by an early critic as "sonic torture"! Alan Mann, who won a Sony gold radio award on Thursday, was also affected. Online contacts. I think its a funny line. On one of these never-ending concert tours, Rachmaninov became so ill he had to return home to Los Angeles, where he died of cancer within the month. I actually like amateur stuff, like Playboy. Usually these musical feelings of regret and nostalgia are attributed to the fall of Imperial Russia that led to Rachmaninov fleeing the country, but theres a sense of personal sadness that began in his childhood and was exacerbated by professional failure and self-doubt. And his presentation is concise and intelligent, unlike many of Classics presenters. Classic FM is a private station surviving on sponsorship and advertising. "Happy 50th Birthday To Country Music WUBE". Good luck, Rob. They think, I can get this money and nobody's gonna know. If you come into this industry hoping nobody's gonna know, dont do it. Listen to Classic FM wherever you are on Global Player. "Please join me in wishing him and Judy all the best for a long and happy retirement and please also join me in congratulating him on a tremendous career and a job well done!" I'm so crazy erotic in my head, I make up some fucked up shit. Edward Elgar Since her early introduction to Philip Glasss music, Classic FMs Jane Jones has continued to be thrilled by this composers unique and powerful work. Jane Jones keeps you company through the night on Fridays 1-6am and weekends from 4-7am. They walked along the Southbank of the Thames via Queen's Walk tiaras optional! because of the wonderful sights and scenery it offers, as well as, crucially, its accessibility. Television. He ignored both bits of correspondence and rather went down in my estimation. Shut-up or go and live in RUSSIA !! We are doing our best to ensure that Slipped Disc is free to all readers. I suspect any of Radio 3s main roster would give him a run for his money in the mainstream he specialises in, and most of them have specialist sidelines he doesnt have. 52 images. And those are feelings we all share. While Jane opted for a flat country stroll, the rest of the girl gang walked together in London to raise awareness for Globals Make Some Noise, Classic FMs charity that supports young people and charities around the country. Those might even lead to less resistance and faster progress! The engaging broadcaster Rob Cowan is about to make his last appearance on Classic FM this Saturday. Aside from the odd birthday or anniversary my agenda has always been simple: quality, more quality and yet more quality still, with brief, lightly delivered commentaries. He gives you wonderful melodies and long lyrical passages. Saturday Night at the Movies with Andrew Collins. Here was a hugely talented child born into a wealthy aristocratic family, but his father squandered his wealth forcing the family to move into a cheaper home. Listen live to Classic FM online radio. Rachmaninov does it all, but for years after his death he was dismissed as an overbearing romantic who wrote unimaginative, gushing melodies. Classic FM's audience has hit a record low, falling under 5 million listeners for the first time with . Next he worked for the country "Beaver" on Hamilton's WBVR-FM (now 96 ROCK), and did afternoons for "The Rebel" on Middletown's WPFB-FM, which was bought by Ziesmann in 2017 to simulcast music with his Dry Ridge station. So what can you expect, we like CFM on in the background most of the day, and as do, I expect most people who have it on, it is a gentle sound and also for non knowledgeable music listeners sometimes quite enlightening. Maybe you dont understand the lingo of privilege. It basically means white. You would be appreciated at Scala. Good luck, Rob. Ellie, does it not occur to you that norman may think it is *right* that he is replaced for that reason? I got into porn right at the perfect time, when porn stars mattered. Mike Read, who made his name on Radio 1's breakfast show, also made his farewell broadcast, on Saturday. Make Some Noise focuses on making a difference through lots of local charities around the country, rather than one big charity that might not reach everyone who needs it. A lovely man and a true enthusiast. Saturday night is a desert without him. Suggest you Google them if youre really interested. With no disrespect to the other broadcasters, and while it isnt a competition, I can assure you that Rob would give them a run for their money on almost any specialist area, as *they* would gladly acknowledge! Claude Debussy Tell them its repetitive, he says, and thats all theyll hear.. Jesse jane Fifteen! But for years after his death he was knowledgable and was the best on. 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