Bounding Across Styles, Bates Piano Concerto Honors Era Of Virtuoso

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PHILADELPHIA – In a sweep from the Renaissance to the present, Mason Bates' new work met Rachmaninoff head on, all delivered in style by pianist Daniil Trifonov and the Philadelphia Orchestra under Yannick Nézet-Séguin.

‘Orfeas21’ Puts A Bold Twist On Classic Story Of Monteverdi’s ‘Orfeo’

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DIGITAL REVIEW – The new work, a de- and re-construction of Monteverdi's 1607 opera by the Greek creative duo FYTA, taps into LBGTQ+ themes in bringing the myth of Orpheus into the light of modern gender perspectives and conflicts.

MTT Surges Back In LA, Even As Omicron Makes Its Fierce Presence Felt

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LOS ANGELES – Rebounding from surgery for a brain tumor, conductor Michael Tilson Thomas flashed his wonted energy and musical acuity in a concert with the LA Philharmonic. But concerns about the virus seemed to cut into attendance.

With Mälkki’s Guidance, In Carnegie’s Embrace, NY Philharmonic Glows

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NEW YORK – Awaiting the makeover of its Lincoln Center home, the Philharmonic, conducted by Susanna Mälkki, returned to its original habitat: Carnegie Hall. The sonorous effect was transformative – warm, full, ideally blended.

Saga Of Prague’s Grand Theaters Played Out As Gilded Historical Drama

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PRAGUE – This culturally rich city boasts three splendid venues – Estates Theatre, State Opera, and National Theatre – that compete not only in their historical and architectural significance but also in their distinctive musical offerings.

Richard Freed, Noted Music Journalist And Annotator, Dies At 93

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PERSPECTIVE – Richard Freed, who achieved distinction writing and broadcasting on music for six decades, including stints with The New York Times and Washington Post, died at his home in Rockville, Md., on New Year's Day.

Weimar-Era ‘Rigoletto’ Accents A Dark Tragedy With Luminous Singing

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NEW YORK – When silver confetti rained down on the Met Opera audience on New Year's Eve after Barlett Sher's impressive staging, the onset of 2022 was the least of the celebration. A cast that looked good on paper proved to be even better.

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The composer, pianist and climate activist Gabriela Lena Frank talks about the environmental damage caused by the music industry, how her significant hearing loss has impacted her career, the issue of cultural appropriation, and how the music industry's "emphasis on perfection leads to a perfect imperfection of soul."

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Carols Solemn, Joyous, And A Beat Ahead Of The Omicron Humbug

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NEW YORK – Frederick Renz led Early Music New York in a rewarding and far-ranging program of English Christmas music from the 16th and 17th centuries. I was lucky to hear it: Omicron shut down performances set for Dec. 25-26.

Taking Hike In The Park (Or Memory Lane Stroll) With An App Obbligato

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A ‘Messiah’ As Theater, Where Historical Style Meets Modern Staging

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LA Phil Tops Off Bold, Inclusive Autumn With Splash Of New Music

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Sprung From Canada, Critic Harvests Bounty In America’s Midwest

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Playing In New Spaces, Dispossessed NY Phil Revels In Fresh Light

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Big Box Of Orpheus CDs Chronicles An Ensemble Sans Leader, Sans Need

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DIGITAL REVIEW – Conventional wisdom tells us the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra shouldn't exist at all, let alone for 50 years. But the proof of this conductorless ensemble is in its live concerts and in a comprehensive new 55-CD boxed set.

Directorship Extended, Honeck Shows Affinity For Pittsburgh On CD

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Elgar’s Violin Concerto Twice: The Long And Far From Short Of It

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