Masterworks Chorale

Concert Review: Masterworks Chorale — Bach to Bach

May 16, 2018
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Kevin Leong is unquestionably an inspired choice to lead this chorus.

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Classical Music Sampler: May 2012

May 2, 2012
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Many musical organizations around New England are performing their last concerts of the season, so if there’s a group you’ve been wanting to hear, this is a good opportunity.

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Classical Music Sampler: March 2012

March 3, 2012
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This month I am simply listing concerts I expect will be great. My pick of the month is the Boston debut of a new Flute, Viola, and Harp trio, starring instrumental superstars Marina Piccinini, Kim Kashkashian, and Sivan Magen.

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Music Review: Masterworks Chorale’s Inspiring Tribute to Music Director Allen Lannom

March 12, 2011
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The Masterworks Chorale sang better than I had ever heard them; perhaps they felt the sense of occasion—this was a piece that meant a great deal to Mr. Lannom, whose thoughts on the composition were featured in the program booklet. By Susan Miron Antonin Dvorák’s “Stabat Mater,” Op. 58, is a classic example of a…

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Classical Music Sampler: March 2011

February 28, 2011
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March highlights include the American premiere of Boston Camerata’s homage to mystics of the Middle ages, innovative programming from the Chameleon Arts Ensemble, and appearances by heavyweights pianist Evgeny Kissin, paying homage to birthday boy Franz Liszt, and guitarist John Williams. By Susan Miron Wednesday Concert Series, held each Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. —  6:30 p.m.…

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Classical Music Review: Masterworks Chorale Offers a Contemplative Tchaikovsky

February 24, 2011
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The Masterworks Chorale doesn’t get the critical attention or large audiences it rightly deserves. Friday’s concert may not have been as well-attended as it should have been, but those in the audience realized they were having a rare and extraordinary listening experience.

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Classical Music Review: Masterworks Chorale Sings the American Five

May 17, 2010
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Like music directors of orchestras and chamber groups, choral conductors cannot resist a program with a theme, and for this one, Steven Karidoyanes struck pay dirt. Reviewed By Susan Miron The Masterworks Chorale finished their 70th season at their customary home, Sanders Theater, Cambridge, MA on Sunday, May 16. To these ears, it was the…

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Classical Music Sampler: May 2010

April 28, 2010
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By Caldwell Titcomb May 1: The month kicks off with an unusual concert celebrating the noted tuba player Kenneth Amis, who joins the MIT Wind Ensemble. Amis will play his own “Concerto for Tuba” (2007), along with the premiere of his “Bell-Tone’s Ring,” and pieces by famous European composers. At MIT’s Kresge Auditorium, 48 Massachusetts…

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