Hank Drake
@hankdrake.bsky.social
Husband, (g)uncle, Democrat, Trekker, pianist, very minor composer, blogger. INFJ-T
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My review of this weekend's Cleveland Orchestra concerts at Severance, and a reflection on Shostakovich's significance in 21st Century America.
My review of this weekend's Cleveland Orchestra concerts at Severance, and a reflection on Shostakovich's significance in 21st Century America.
Mozart and Shostakovich Symphonies at Severance
Contrasting symphonies from the 18 th and 20 th centuries were on the program at this weekend’s Cleveland Orchestra concerts led by music ...
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January 11, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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My review of this weekend's Cleveland Orchestra concerts at Severance, and a reflection on Shostakovich's significance in 21st Century America.
My review of this weekend's Cleveland Orchestra concerts at Severance, and a reflection on Shostakovich's significance in 21st Century America.
November 22, 2025 at 11:57 AM
My review of tonight's Cleveland Orchestra concert. hankdrake.blogspot.com/2025/10/late...
Late masterworks by Sibelius and Beethoven at Severance
Tonight’s Cleveland Orchestra concert had the highest attendance I’ve seen in many months, with an especially attentive audience on hand for...
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October 26, 2025 at 2:31 AM
My review of tonight's Cleveland Orchestra concert. hankdrake.blogspot.com/2025/10/late...
My newest composition, inspired by a verse read to me by a close friend. www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRFU...
Among the Trees
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August 8, 2025 at 7:45 PM
My newest composition, inspired by a verse read to me by a close friend. www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRFU...
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Thoughts on Independence Day and the prison of Provincialism - something to offend everyone!
Thoughts on Independence Day and the prison of Provincialism - something to offend everyone!
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July 4, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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Thoughts on Independence Day and the prison of Provincialism - something to offend everyone!
Thoughts on Independence Day and the prison of Provincialism - something to offend everyone!
What the actual eff. I have always been my authentic self.
June 5, 2025 at 10:27 PM
What the actual eff. I have always been my authentic self.
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My review of the Cleveland Orchestra's presentation of Jenůfa, with a digression to reconciliation and justice.
My review of the Cleveland Orchestra's presentation of Jenůfa, with a digression to reconciliation and justice.
May 18, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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My review of the Cleveland Orchestra's presentation of Jenůfa, with a digression to reconciliation and justice.
My review of the Cleveland Orchestra's presentation of Jenůfa, with a digression to reconciliation and justice.
April 9, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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The linked content should be read by everyone questioning their sexuality or gender, as well as those who call themselves allies.
The linked content should be read by everyone questioning their sexuality or gender, as well as those who call themselves allies.
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April 7, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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The linked content should be read by everyone questioning their sexuality or gender, as well as those who call themselves allies.
The linked content should be read by everyone questioning their sexuality or gender, as well as those who call themselves allies.
My listening for the next few days. #ClevelandOrchestra
March 28, 2025 at 1:33 AM
My listening for the next few days. #ClevelandOrchestra