Conrad Tao

Classical Concert Review: Celebrity Series Presents Junction Trio — Balancing Flair and Cohesion

December 11, 2022
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This young, superstar trio is capable of being as cool as it is fiery, and the performers’ strengths bring out the best in each other.

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Classical Concert Review: Pianist Conrad Tao in Recital

December 3, 2021
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During the pandemic months, Conrad Tao – who, in addition to being an exceptional pianist, is also an accomplished composer – has evidently been honing his skills as an improviser.

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Classical CD Reviews: Michael Tilson Thomas conducts Ives, Conrad Tao’s “American Rage,” and Gianandrea Noseda conducts Shostakovich

November 19, 2019
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Michael Tilson Thomas delivers a towering Ives Fourth; pianist Conrad Tao’s American Rage is hard-edged and defiant, but also poignant and stirring; Gianandrea Noseda’s Shostakovich Fourth is ferocious.

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