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The Guardian
Co-founded orchestra 18 years ago, observes limited opportunities for working-class musicians
A co-founder and conductor of the London Contemporary Orchestra shares concerns about increasing financial barriers in classical music, which disproportionately exclude working-class musicians. Despite opportunities in the past, rising costs of lessons, instruments, and living expenses are making it difficult for those without financial support to pursue careers in the sector. The article emphasizes that talent is widespread, but opportunity is limited by economic inequality, potentially narrowing the industry's diversity and standards.
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