Oregonian classical music critic David Stabler has posted his list of 10 guest artists that he’d like to see at the Oregon Symphony.  It’s a good list - I’d add Jonathan Biss, pianist; Tabea Zimmerman, violist (I know, I know…); Janine Jansen, violinist; and Daniel Barenboim, conductor/pianist, among others…

Check out the new blog for the Portland Youth Philharmonic - it’s all written by members of the orchestra.  A great idea and fun to read - I wish I had this when I was in youth orchestra!

I just spotted what looks to be a fascinating documentary: Note by Note: The Making of Steinway L1037. Take a look at the feature in the NY Times here.