Classical Music
A vital part of Susan Graham’s appeal is her winning personality; she makes a recital hall audience happy to be here before she sings a note.
Read MoreThere’s an apparent level of trust between the BSO and its leader, best demonstrated by the spirited excellence of the orchestra’s playing of late.
Read MoreNikolaus Harnoncourt’s final recording is the conductor at his best. Bernard Haitink helmed a great performance of Mahler’s Symphony no. 1.
Read MoreFort Worth Symphony Orchestra’s heart is in the right place with the ensemble consistently erring on the right (far) side of caution.
Read MoreIt’s no secret that 2016 has already been a strong year for albums featuring new and recent music: now things get even better.
Read MoreWorking within the forms perfected by Haydn and Mozart, Beethoven early compositions managed to say some things that remain compelling to hear.
Read MoreThere was no question that Music Director David Hoose loves these four pieces. The chorus was meticulously prepared, and sounded wonderful.
Read MoreSaturday’s performance revealed the BSO to be at the top of its collective game, totally locked in, and fully responsive to Andris Nelsons’ leading.
Read MoreKent Nagano’s return to Boston revealed him to be a fully mature world-class conductor.
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