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