When to applaud at classical concerts . . . when not to applaud . . . are there rules, and where did they come from--all this makes for an recurrent and robust theme of discussion in the classical world.
Critic Alex Ross has given this some thought, and in this recent speech, gives some history, some personal observations, and some suggestions.
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