Agony and ivory
Article Abstract:
Wolfgang Sawallisch, who will replace Riccardo Muti as principal conductor of the Philadelphia Orchestra in Sep 1993, gives a master lesson to a pianist who had not played in some eight years. The humorous events of the lesson, during which the student played Bach's 'Fantasy in C Minor,' are related.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1993
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Jonathan Saidel lets down his hair
Article Abstract:
Saidel is known for his charisma but the Consumers Education and ProtectiveAssociation and others have accused him of wrongdoing in connection with the Philadelphia Housing Authority and the Sinking Fund Commission. His career is profiled and the investigations discussed.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1993
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A steamy affair
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Philadelphia's 12th Street Gym contains a small tiled steam bath near the massage tables in the gym's basement. The pleasures of the bath are described.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1992
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