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Ralph Vaughan Williams – the People’s Composer
Marlene's Musings January 31, 2019 On Feb. 24 (at Wayzata Community Church) and March 3...
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An Amazing Season To Come!
Marlene's Musings September 12, 2018 I am studying like a fiend, preparing for the first...
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Composing To Save Your Life
Marlene's Musings April 3, 2018 Shostakovich 1906-1975 Shostakovich was recognized from an early age as...
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I Adore Our Audience!
Marlene's Musings January 1, 2018 I adore our audience! Late last year, Simon Sperl (our...
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Ann Bancroft, My Hero
Marlene's Musings November 1, 2017 Years ago when I was conducting family concerts for the...
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Excited for My 8th Season
Marlene's Musings August 20, 2017 The Wayzata Symphony Orchestra is a unique orchestra. None of...
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Holst, The Planets – Astrological and Astronomical
Marlene's Musings April 11, 2017 Holst, The Planets – astrological and astronomical I have been...
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Youthful Inspiration
  Marlene's Musings July 25, 2016 During the summer when the WSO is off, I...
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Pondering the Mystery
Marlene's Musings January 9, 2016 Eric Stokes Music is for the people. For all of...
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I Hold In My Hands…
Marlene's Musings October 26, 2015 It is a humbling thing to hold a score in...
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