The NYP <3 Bloggers
Well, better late than never, I guess. Free drinks? That could be dangerous… And, what's up with this new Q2? "From Gesualdo to Golijov, Q2 puts you in the room
Classical
Playing For Keeps
Are there any miracles left in the modern world? Is the concept of musical genius – represented by flawless technique and effortless execution – nothing but a myth? Can our
Brahms and Berlin
As you've probably noticed, I haven't been spending much in concert halls lately, preferring to pursue music of a whole other variety. But I made an exception this past week
String Theory
After listening to the Berlin Philharmonic play Schoenberg and Brahms for 2+ hours at Carnegie Hall last night, I was ready for a nightcap at Williamsburg's Glasslands, where Aussie transplants Miracles
In Their Bones
Is there any musical experience on this planet greater than hearing the Berlin Philharmonic perform the four symphonies of Johannes Brahms? In a word: No. (More to come.)
Settling “The Score”
After a hiatus of more than two and a half years, the New York Times has revived its blog The Score, where contemporary composers write about many of the issues surrounding
A Juilliard Halloween
Ok, a chamber music concert might not be most people's idea of how to celebrate Halloween, but when the Juilliard Quartet is in town to play the People's Symphony, count
Corner Orchestra
Although they've been around for 13 years, I wasn't familiar with the Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra before a friend invited me to their matinee this past Sunday at St. Ann's in Brooklyn Heights.