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Peter Heise’s King and Marshal (1878), one of the most-performed Danish operas, is melodic and atmospheric, here sung and played persuasively.
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Rarely does a book leave me questioning the ways in which I understood, or thought I understood, the construction of some of the most formative solos in jazz history.
Read MoreChucho Valdés moved almost seamlessly from African-Cuban rhythms and chants in Yoruba or Spanish to a hip modern jazz style. The latter, paradoxically, owes much to the brilliant runs and glissandi of Art Tatum, the bluesiness of Horace Silver, and the power of the left hand chords of McCoy Tyner.
Read MoreTHE SHAPE OF THEATRICAL BIOGRAPHY John Lahr has done it again. While writing about one specific playwright, he has managed to capture an entire theatrical movement. Thirty-five years ago he wrote the biography of Joe Orton, an important but by no means the most feted of the ‘kitchen sink’ British writers, and in doing so…
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American Moor sheds considerable insight into the tension between actor vs. director, into the power play between the two, and who will ultimately prevail.
Read MoreAuthor and Arts Fuse Contributor Helen Epstein explains why she decided to take her 1994 biography Joe Papp: An American Life and convert it into an eBook—given what may be the precarious future for the traditional book, she “wanted to save it for posterity.” By Helen Epstein. AF: Joe Papp died in 1991. Why publish…
Read MoreSteve Elman is currently surveying works that illuminate the tradition of the jazz-influenced piano concerto. His series began with an examination of Chick Corea’s current recording, The Continents. In part two, he takes a look at eight works by jazz composers that precede the release of Corea’s work. This post is a detailed examination of…
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It was all intense, bracing, and urgent jazz in Austin last week. I don’t know how all y’all spoiled New Yorkers keep your heads from exploding.
Read MoreIt is worth your time watching Shakespeare & Company’s two fine actresses come to an understanding that is cathartic and real.
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Arts Feature: Best Movies (With Some Disappointments) of 2025