Why are song recitals so difficult to sell?

Claire Booth
Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Despite their emotional depth and artistic brilliance, song recitals struggle to attract audiences – it’s time to ask why

Claire Booth (Photo: Sven Arnstein)
Claire Booth (Photo: Sven Arnstein)

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