Boston Symphony Orchestra
This was a stirring, thought-provoking, and, ultimately, moving reading of Shostakovich’s Seventh Symphony.
Read MoreFront and center was Andris Nelsons, who, interpretively, seemed more than happy to try on a bunch of different hats.
Read MoreCameron Carpenter played the Terry Riley composition commandingly.
Read MoreThese BSO concerts, conducted by Thomas Adès, were the culminating event in his impressive first season.
Read MoreLike most of the innocent heroines in horror movies, Bluebeard’s wife is unaware of the old adage of curiosity killing the cat.
Read MoreAfter all these many decades I am still deeply moved by Yo-Yo Ma’s playing, which combines irresistible charisma and generosity of spirit.
Read MoreThis was a fascinating program conducted by someone that the BSO will hopefully put (firmly) into their rotation of distinguished guest conductors.
Read MoreThe intellectual and emotional intelligence of the docket stands as a conspicuous example of exemplary programmatic creativity.
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Commentary: Top Classical Recordings of 2016
I make no claims to have listened to everything released in 2016; here are my picks for the top classical recordings of the year.
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