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The Who’s ‘Quadrophenia’ Opera Goes Classical On US Tour

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The Who’s rock opera “Quadrophenia” will take an orchestral turn as songwriter Pete Townshend on Tuesday announced a four-date tour of mostly classical venues in the United States. The orchestral “Quadrophenia” will feature vocals by Billy Idol — the rocker behind 1980s hits such as “White Wedding” and “Eyes Without a Face” — as well … Read more

Boston Symphony Plans Major Additions To Summer Home

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The Boston Symphony Orchestra’s summer home of Tanglewood, one of the premier outdoor venues in classical music, will undergo a major expansion that will include a year-round building. Nestled in the Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts, the rustic 212-hectare (524-acre) estate has been the orchestra’s base each summer since 1937, offering tranquility for student musicians … Read more