Archive List for classical music

A Chilean concert aims to make classical music more accessible

Chile’s Citizens’ Choir is gearing up for their show: a huge free concert for more than 5,000 people. The organiser, orchestra director Alejandra Urrutia, wants to bring classical music closer to all people, not just the elite. After months of rehearsals, the Choir is ready to take the stage. Al Jazeera’s Latin America Editor @LuciaNewman reports from Santiago, Chile. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ @AljazeeraEnglish #Aljazeeraenglish #News #Chile #music

Lang Lang’s Hands | CNBC Meets

Chinese pianist Lang Lang tells Tania Bryer that his hands are insured for a “pretty good number,” and that he doesn’t ever cut any vegetables. Subscribe to CNBC International: http://bit.ly/1eiWsDq Lang Lang, one of the most exciting musical talents of his generation and a rock star of the classical world, talks to CNBC Meets about the responsibilities that come with his fame. CNBC.com for more great clips: http://cnb.cx/1mQZ0bl CNBC Meets Playlist: http://bit.ly/1p5mOtr