Christoph von Dohnányi

Concert Review: The Boston Symphony Orchestra plays Mahler’s Symphony no. 2

September 28, 2013
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If Thursday’s performance of Mahler’s Second Symphony by the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Tanglewood Festival Chorus was marked by some untidiness, the broad picture to emerge was one of often thrilling, Apollonian grandeur.

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Concert Review: Boston Symphony Orchestra’s Season Opener — Johannes Brahms

September 23, 2013
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In conductor Christoph von Dohnányi, the BSO has one of its most trusted guests and thoughtful collaborators.

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Concert Review: Boston Symphony Orchestra/Christoph von Dohnányi at Symphony Hall

April 7, 2012
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If a few of his tempos, particularly in the opening movement, weren’t among the liveliest on record, there was a gravitas and underlying conviction to Mr. von Dohnányi’s interpretation of “A German Requiem” that were wholly appropriate to the piece and its appearance on a program that was presented during Holy Week.

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Classical Music Sampler: January 2011

December 27, 2010
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I had always thought of January as a musically quiet month, but looking over the concerts I wanted to see, I realized how it is at least as great a month for concertgoing as any other in Boston. I am betting each of the concerts I listed here will be superb. By Susan Miron. January…

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