Boston Symphony Orchestra
Andris Nelsons presided over an interpretation of Mahler’s Symphony #2 that was both tightly controlled and emotionally cathartic.
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Nearly three decades after he left us, Bernstein’s music seems to be in good hands and anything but forgotten. And his larger musical influence strongly endures.
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The BSO seems to have taken to heart complaints about its lack of programming diversity, devoting two full programs to underrepresented groups.
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This symphony is the finest synthesis of Leonard Bernstein’s considerable theatrical instincts within a concert framework, idiosyncratic and singular.
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This weekend’s concert fires on all cylinders. Don’t miss it.
Read MoreDespite Shostakovich’s often-dissonant approach, the Fourteenth has always been highly-regarded if infrequently-played.
Read MoreThe BSO’s performance of the Alpine Symphony had purpose and direction.
Read MoreIn honor of what would have been Leonard Bernstein’s hundredth birthday, the Tanglewood Festival is pulling out all the stops.
Read MoreOne of Andris Nelsons’ great gifts as an interpreter is his ability to shape and develop large-scale musical forms.
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Music Commentary: 2018-19 Boston Classical Music Fall Season Preview (Orchestras, Opera, and New Music, mainly)
There’s so much going on in the area that’s good that it’s a challenge to go wrong.
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