Classical Music
It was a treat to experience Philip Glass’s orchestral music live and in-person.
Read MoreFront and center was Andris Nelsons, who, interpretively, seemed more than happy to try on a bunch of different hats.
Read MorePianist Denis Kozhukhin does right by Brahms and an all-Saint-Saens disc that, at its best, is a winner.
Read MoreGustavo Dudamel takes over the reins of the Vienna Philhamronic’s annual New Year’s concert; a disc of chamber music by Andre Previn.
Read MoreBMOP releases a fitting, moving tribute to a giant of contemporary music; Johannes Moser turns in a sweeping performance of Elgar’s Cello Concerto.
Read MoreHats off to harpsichordist Justin Taylor for the resonant, gripping performances he turns in on his debut album.
Read MoreTenor Nicholas Phan’s performance will surely be among the finest I’ll hear in the year to come.
Read MoreOdyssey Opera’s first commercially-released album is a fun showcase; BMOP delivers an excellent performance of Four Saints in Three Acts.
Read MoreKen Thomson’s Restless doesn’t hide from dark places or things; Oberlin Orchestra does right by Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera.
Read MoreJerusalem Quartet’s Bartók is more elegant than hard-edged; Heath Quartet’s Tchaikovsky is vigorous and sweeping.
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