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J. Reilly Lewis, Washington Metro Area Concertmaster and Organist, Dies at 71

Concertmaster and organist J. Reilly Lewis died on Thursday, June 9, at his home in Arlington, Virginia. Lewis was a Bach expert and founded the Washington Bach Constort. He served as music leader at Clarendon United Methodist Church for over 40 years.

By Philip Trapp

Black Violin, Classical Hip Hop Duo, Continue to Champion the Arts

Violin and viola duo Black Violin are Kev Marcus (Kevin Sylvester) and Wil B (Wilner Baptiste). Together, the pair champion the classical side of hip hop with their unique performances blending seasoned string instrument performance with catchy rap music beats.
By Philip Trapp
Portland Bach Festival Celebrates Classical Music in Maine This Summer

The historic town of Portland, Maine, will be celebrating classical music this summer during its premiere Portland Bach Festival.
By Philip Trapp

‘Bach in the Subways 2016' Slated March 19 through 21
By Shane Jordan
Russian-German Pianist Igor Levit Releasing J.S. Bach 'Partitas' (BWV 825-830) via Sony Classical on August 25
By Maria Jean Sullivan
Bugger Off, Bach: New Music Theory App, Meludia, Channels Colors to Teach a Digital Generation
By Ian Holubiak
Listening to the Bawdy Bellower Nerd: Amusing Anagrams of Famous Composers’ Names
By Louise Burton
Simon Rattle, Berlin Philharmonic Bringing Bach's 'St. Matthew Passion' to Park Avenue Armory for Lincoln Center's White Light Festival
By Ian Holubiak