Classical Music
To my ears, the Boston Symphony Orchestra—supplemented by saxophones, guitar, and mandolin—sounded overblown and unbalanced, oddly tinny at times (perhaps because of the amplification), glorious at others.
Read MoreParticipants of Ted Cutler’s Outside the Box Festival recognize there could have been more publicity about the event.
Read MoreArts Fuse critics select the best in music, theater, visual art, and film that’s coming up this week. A new feature!
Read MoreTanglewood had a stellar opening night on Friday with perfect weather, a large crowd, and melodious concerts of mostly Tchaikovsky.
Read More[Updated.] Arts Fuse critics select the best in music, theater, and film that’s coming up this week. A new feature!
Read More[Updated] Arts Fuse critics select the best in music, theater, and film that’s coming up this week. A new feature!
Read MoreThere is lots to praise (lavishly) in BEMF’s production of “Almira”: a large cast with no weak links, fabulous musicians, and inspired sets, costumes, and dancing.
Read MoreDespite its drawbacks, “Aleko” is a remarkably satisfying opera and filled with much beautiful music.
Read MoreDame Emma, now sixty-four, sat and sang just quietly enough and with the right measure of mystery and stillness to draw the audience in, and to keep them there in a trance.
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