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ON THE ROAD WITH ANN – Made in Germany, a personal reflection

Written by Classical Pursuits on Jun 29, 2011 in Journal, On the Road with Ann, Travel Pursuits 11 comments

A number of us returned last week from a trip to three cities in the former East Germany. I had intended to write frequently while travelling, but I had trouble forming coherent impressions. It goes without saying that Germany is a country with a most complicated past, encompassing both the […]

TRAVEL PURSUITS – The heart and hearth of classical music

Written by Classical Pursuits on Jun 2, 2011 in Journal, Travel Pursuits 0 comments

Music is a basic need of human survival. Music is one of the ways we make sense of our lives, one of the ways in which we express feelings when we have no words, a way for us to understand things with our hearts when we can’t with our minds. […]

CLASSICAL TRIVIA! Rick Phillips and Ann Kirkland plan to challenge the rules for visitors to the opera in Vienna

Written by Classical Pursuits on May 8, 2011 in Classical Trivia!, Journal, Travel Pursuits 3 comments

Rick Phillips and Ann Kirkland hope you will join them this fall for Sachertorte and Paprikash: Musical Meanderings Along the Blue Danube, September 27 – October 7, 2011. Every Classical Pursuits trip offers the opportunity not only to enjoy the music, art and other cultural aspects of our destination, but also […]

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John’s enthusiasm is contagious and encouraged all participants in a thoughtful discussion about relevant ideas and issues. He could not have been better prepared or more effective at pressing for meaning and honest responses. The entire week was energized — John’s ability to create real discussion about critical issues is rare.
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June G.
Attendee since 2013

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June G.