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Classical Record Breakers

Online downloads are giving a boost to classical record sales. But will it last? Klaus Heymann, the owner and founder of the classical label Naxos, and Newsweek reporter Alexandra A. Seno talk about the industry's changing business models.

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Beethoven Goes Digital by Alexandra A. Seno
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Posted by: Eero
September 20, 2007 - 02:28PM
New Haven

There is a brilliant new service that broadcasts classical concerts (with video) on-line and live. This might become a big thing in the future as people build up their home theters and internet connection speeds grow. www.classiclive.com

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