New York Festival Of Song Presents LYRICS BY SHAKESPEARE, At Merkin Hall
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2019
This concert is a co-presentation with Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center From NYFOS artistic director/co-founder/pianist/host Steven Blier: 'Lyrics by Shakespeare has a double significance for me: it was the first concert we ever did at NYFOS in 1988, and it also marked our debut at Mostly Mozart last summer (with the present cast, in a magical evening). Naomi O'Connell and Matt Boehler are eloquent singing actors, and they formed a deep bond with Kathleen Chalfant, a gentle giant of the American theater. The enduring power of Shakespeare's poetry has taken us all to the heights—singers, pianist, actress, as well as our international roster of composers. We knew we had to get the team back together to share it with our Merkin Hall audience, and are reconvening with great joy (and a few new songs too).'
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2019
This concert is a co-presentation with Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center From NYFOS artistic director/co-founder/pianist/host Steven Blier: 'Lyrics by Shakespeare has a double significance for me: it was the first concert we ever did at NYFOS in 1988, and it also marked our debut at Mostly Mozart last summer (with the present cast, in a magical evening). Naomi O'Connell and Matt Boehler are eloquent singing actors, and they formed a deep bond with Kathleen Chalfant, a gentle giant of the American theater. The enduring power of Shakespeare's poetry has taken us all to the heights—singers, pianist, actress, as well as our international roster of composers. We knew we had to get the team back together to share it with our Merkin Hall audience, and are reconvening with great joy (and a few new songs too).'
The Wallis Presents Contemporary Klezmer Journey With David Orlowsky And Italy's Quartetto Di Cremona
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2019
The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts presents renowned German clarinetist David Orlowsky and Italy's famed Quartetto di Cremona in a spellbinding Klezmer journey on Saturday, October 12, 2019, at 7:30 pm in the Bram Goldsmith Theater at The Wallis.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2019
The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts presents renowned German clarinetist David Orlowsky and Italy's famed Quartetto di Cremona in a spellbinding Klezmer journey on Saturday, October 12, 2019, at 7:30 pm in the Bram Goldsmith Theater at The Wallis.
Aisha Syed Returns To Carnegie Hall Following Sold-Out Debut
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2019
Dominican violinist, Aisha Syed, returns to Carnegie Hall on October 10 at 8:30 PM, after her acclaimed sold-out performance at Weill Recital Hall in 2018. The performance, this time in Zankel Hall, is part of her Heritage World Tour which takes her to 11 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2019
Dominican violinist, Aisha Syed, returns to Carnegie Hall on October 10 at 8:30 PM, after her acclaimed sold-out performance at Weill Recital Hall in 2018. The performance, this time in Zankel Hall, is part of her Heritage World Tour which takes her to 11 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
Latonia Moore And Ryan Speedo Green To Open George London Foundation Season
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
The George London Foundation for Singers 2019-20 season marks the centennial of the birth of its namesake, the legendary Canadian-American bass-baritone who was one of the greatest opera singers of the 20th century. The season opens at The Morgan Library and Museum on Sunday, October 20, 2019, at 4:00 pm, with a recital by two young American rising stars and George London Award winners: Latonia Moore, soprano, and Ryan Speedo Green, bass-baritone, with Ken Noda, piano.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
The George London Foundation for Singers 2019-20 season marks the centennial of the birth of its namesake, the legendary Canadian-American bass-baritone who was one of the greatest opera singers of the 20th century. The season opens at The Morgan Library and Museum on Sunday, October 20, 2019, at 4:00 pm, with a recital by two young American rising stars and George London Award winners: Latonia Moore, soprano, and Ryan Speedo Green, bass-baritone, with Ken Noda, piano.
Camerata New York And Mannes Sounds Present Gluck's ORFEO ED EURIDICE
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
Camerata New York, now in its 19th year, kicks off its fourth full season as resident orchestra of St. Jean Baptiste Church in Gluck's transformative masterpiece, Orfeo ed Euridice with Mannes Opera in two performances on Oct. 17 & 19 at 8pm as part of the Mannes Sounds Festival.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
Camerata New York, now in its 19th year, kicks off its fourth full season as resident orchestra of St. Jean Baptiste Church in Gluck's transformative masterpiece, Orfeo ed Euridice with Mannes Opera in two performances on Oct. 17 & 19 at 8pm as part of the Mannes Sounds Festival.
Calidore String Quartet To Tour Complete Beethoven String Quartet Cycle
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
The Calidore String Quartet celebrates its tenth anniversary and the 250th anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven's birth by performing the complete Beethoven String Quartets at the University of Buffalo, University of Toronto and University of Delaware in concerts throughout the 2019-20 season. The Calidore will also take part in a complete cycle of Beethoven String Quartets at the Colburn School in Los Angeles where the quartet was founded.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
The Calidore String Quartet celebrates its tenth anniversary and the 250th anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven's birth by performing the complete Beethoven String Quartets at the University of Buffalo, University of Toronto and University of Delaware in concerts throughout the 2019-20 season. The Calidore will also take part in a complete cycle of Beethoven String Quartets at the Colburn School in Los Angeles where the quartet was founded.
Anne-Sophie Mutter Named Recipient Of 2019 Praemium Imperiale
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
The Japan Art Association today announced the recipients of the 2019 Praemium Imperiale Awards.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
The Japan Art Association today announced the recipients of the 2019 Praemium Imperiale Awards.
Jonathan Biss's Online Course 'Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas' Continues On Coursera, September 30
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
Having attracted more than 150,000 students from nearly every country in the world since its launch in 2013, pianist Jonathan Biss's free online course Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas continues its six-part survey of these 32 landmark works via online learning platform Coursera, with the next set of lectures—Part 5—scheduled to appear on Monday, September 30. Two lectures are devoted to the monumental “Hammerklavier” Sonata—No. 29 in B-flat major, Op. 106—while another two focus on Piano Sonatas No. 13 in E-flat major, Op. 27, No. 1 (“Quasi una fantasia”) and No. 16 in G major, Op. 31, No. 1, respectively. With the sixth and final course module to be released on January 6, Mr. Biss will have completed his journey through the complete Beethoven piano sonatas.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
Having attracted more than 150,000 students from nearly every country in the world since its launch in 2013, pianist Jonathan Biss's free online course Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas continues its six-part survey of these 32 landmark works via online learning platform Coursera, with the next set of lectures—Part 5—scheduled to appear on Monday, September 30. Two lectures are devoted to the monumental “Hammerklavier” Sonata—No. 29 in B-flat major, Op. 106—while another two focus on Piano Sonatas No. 13 in E-flat major, Op. 27, No. 1 (“Quasi una fantasia”) and No. 16 in G major, Op. 31, No. 1, respectively. With the sixth and final course module to be released on January 6, Mr. Biss will have completed his journey through the complete Beethoven piano sonatas.
Sphinx Virtuosi Returns to Carnegie Hall October 11
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
Sphinx Virtuosi, one of the country's most dynamic chamber ensembles, comprised of eighteen top Black and Latinx classical soloists from across the country, returns to Carnegie Hall on Friday, October 11 at 7:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. As part of The Sphinx Organization—a Detroit-based national organization dedicated to transforming lives through the power of diversity in the arts—the self-conducted collective presents For Justice and Peace, a performance exploring the role both artists and citizens can play in propelling peace and positivity.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
Sphinx Virtuosi, one of the country's most dynamic chamber ensembles, comprised of eighteen top Black and Latinx classical soloists from across the country, returns to Carnegie Hall on Friday, October 11 at 7:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. As part of The Sphinx Organization—a Detroit-based national organization dedicated to transforming lives through the power of diversity in the arts—the self-conducted collective presents For Justice and Peace, a performance exploring the role both artists and citizens can play in propelling peace and positivity.
Park Avenue Chamber Symphony Announces 20th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2019
The Park Avenue Chamber Symphony (PACS) is riding high these days, its Music Director David Bernard and musicians alike so full of energy and vigour that it comes perhaps as a mild shock to learn that this beloved New York orchestra marks its twentieth year with the 2019/20 season. At a time when some orchestras have settled into a routine, a 'that's the way we've always done it' attitude, PACS seems to be reinventing - if not the wheel, then themselves - almost with every season. Recent years have seen - and continue - a partnership with the pioneering InsideOut Concerts with their immersive orchestra experiences (to feature in two programs this PACS season - see below), the launching of a series of recordings on Recursive Classics that have been applauded by critics in Gramophone, The Arts Desk and elsewhere, and compelling stand-alone events such as their Tribute to Veterans (an event that saw more than 300 musicians on the Carnegie Hall stage, and the New York premiere of Dreams Of The Fallen by Jake Runestad and poet and military veteran Brian Turner). There are more, many more, achievements one could cite, but the coming anniversary season has its own share of fascinations:
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2019
The Park Avenue Chamber Symphony (PACS) is riding high these days, its Music Director David Bernard and musicians alike so full of energy and vigour that it comes perhaps as a mild shock to learn that this beloved New York orchestra marks its twentieth year with the 2019/20 season. At a time when some orchestras have settled into a routine, a 'that's the way we've always done it' attitude, PACS seems to be reinventing - if not the wheel, then themselves - almost with every season. Recent years have seen - and continue - a partnership with the pioneering InsideOut Concerts with their immersive orchestra experiences (to feature in two programs this PACS season - see below), the launching of a series of recordings on Recursive Classics that have been applauded by critics in Gramophone, The Arts Desk and elsewhere, and compelling stand-alone events such as their Tribute to Veterans (an event that saw more than 300 musicians on the Carnegie Hall stage, and the New York premiere of Dreams Of The Fallen by Jake Runestad and poet and military veteran Brian Turner). There are more, many more, achievements one could cite, but the coming anniversary season has its own share of fascinations:
Percussionist Josh Graham Joins Orion Ensemble For Concert Two
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
The Orion Ensemble, winner of the prestigious Chamber Music America/ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming, continues its 27th season with a program of less-frequently heard repertoire, including a work for bass clarinet and percussion featuring percussionist/marimbist Josh Graham. Performances, which also feature guest violist Stephen Boe, take place at a new venue this season--New England Congregational Church in Aurora--November 10, PianoForte Studios in Chicago November 13 and Music Institute of Chicago's Nichols Concert Hall in Evanston November 17.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
The Orion Ensemble, winner of the prestigious Chamber Music America/ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming, continues its 27th season with a program of less-frequently heard repertoire, including a work for bass clarinet and percussion featuring percussionist/marimbist Josh Graham. Performances, which also feature guest violist Stephen Boe, take place at a new venue this season--New England Congregational Church in Aurora--November 10, PianoForte Studios in Chicago November 13 and Music Institute of Chicago's Nichols Concert Hall in Evanston November 17.
Musco Center Presents The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra, 10/17
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
The 19-time Grammy-Awarded, 2018 Downbeat Readers Poll-winning Count Basie Orchestra will bring the most danceable swing of the Big Band era to Musco Center for the Arts on Thursday, October 17 at 7:30pm. The Chapman University Big Band will open the concert as part of the Musco Master Class program.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
The 19-time Grammy-Awarded, 2018 Downbeat Readers Poll-winning Count Basie Orchestra will bring the most danceable swing of the Big Band era to Musco Center for the Arts on Thursday, October 17 at 7:30pm. The Chapman University Big Band will open the concert as part of the Musco Master Class program.
Franz Welser-Möst and The Cleveland Orchestra Launch Carnegie Hall's Season Oct. 3
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
Carnegie Hall celebrates the start of its 2019–2020 season with an Opening Night Gala concert on Thursday, October 3 at 7:00 p.m. with The Cleveland Orchestra conducted by Music Director Franz Welser-Möst.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
Carnegie Hall celebrates the start of its 2019–2020 season with an Opening Night Gala concert on Thursday, October 3 at 7:00 p.m. with The Cleveland Orchestra conducted by Music Director Franz Welser-Möst.
Athens Philharmonic Makes Carnegie Hall Debut Oct 10
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
On October 10, the newly-established Athens Philharmonic performs a special concert under the direction of Yiannis Hadjiloizou The Philharmonic is joined by the NY Choral Society and soloists Larisa Martínez and Daveda Karanas. Additionally, the concert program includes works by Mr. Hadjiloizou himself, as well as one by his father, composer Michael Hadjiloizou.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
On October 10, the newly-established Athens Philharmonic performs a special concert under the direction of Yiannis Hadjiloizou The Philharmonic is joined by the NY Choral Society and soloists Larisa Martínez and Daveda Karanas. Additionally, the concert program includes works by Mr. Hadjiloizou himself, as well as one by his father, composer Michael Hadjiloizou.
Violinist Gillian Smith Launches CD Of Works By Canadian Women Composers
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2019
Halifax violinist Gillian Smith is en route to Toronto this fall to launch her first solo CD, the premiere recording of solo violin works by five Canadian women composers. In conjunction with Leaf Music, she presents a one-hour performance to launch Into the Stone, Saturday, October 5, 7 p.m. at the Glenn Gould Studio, 250 Front St. W. The concert also marks the Toronto debut of this well-known Nova Scotian musician.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2019
Halifax violinist Gillian Smith is en route to Toronto this fall to launch her first solo CD, the premiere recording of solo violin works by five Canadian women composers. In conjunction with Leaf Music, she presents a one-hour performance to launch Into the Stone, Saturday, October 5, 7 p.m. at the Glenn Gould Studio, 250 Front St. W. The concert also marks the Toronto debut of this well-known Nova Scotian musician.
Kaufman Music Center Appoints John Glover Director of Artistic Planning
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2019
The accomplished composer, producer, curator and arts administrator John Glover has been named Director of Artistic Planning at NYC's Kaufman Music Center. Vice President and Director of Orchestra of St. Luke's DiMenna Center for Classical Music since 2013, Glover is Artistic Director of the Look+Listen Festival and has produced numerous new music festivals and series including NYsoundCircuit, NOise, the UnCaged Toy Piano Festival and SONiC Festival.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2019
The accomplished composer, producer, curator and arts administrator John Glover has been named Director of Artistic Planning at NYC's Kaufman Music Center. Vice President and Director of Orchestra of St. Luke's DiMenna Center for Classical Music since 2013, Glover is Artistic Director of the Look+Listen Festival and has produced numerous new music festivals and series including NYsoundCircuit, NOise, the UnCaged Toy Piano Festival and SONiC Festival.
Carnegie Hall Announces Fall Family Day: BAM! CRASH! POW!, September 22
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2019
On Sunday, September 22 from 12–4 p.m., Carnegie Hall's Weill Music Institute invites children and their families to enjoy an exciting array of fun and free musical activities as part of Fall Family Day in the Hall's Resnick Education Wing.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2019
On Sunday, September 22 from 12–4 p.m., Carnegie Hall's Weill Music Institute invites children and their families to enjoy an exciting array of fun and free musical activities as part of Fall Family Day in the Hall's Resnick Education Wing.
Chamber Music Society Presents Renowned Juilliard String Quartet In Three Metro Detroit Concerts
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2019
Making its sixth consecutive annual visit to the Chamber Music Society of Detroit, the Juilliard String Quartet opens the Chamber Music Society of Detroit's Regional Partner Series with concerts at the War Memorial in Grosse Pointe (Thursday, September 26, 7:30 PM), Canton's Village Theater at Cherry Hill (Saturday, September 28, 7:30 PM) and Varner Recital Hall on the Oakland university Campus in Rochester (Sunday, September 29, 3:00 PM). These concerts are sponsored by Northern Trust.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2019
Making its sixth consecutive annual visit to the Chamber Music Society of Detroit, the Juilliard String Quartet opens the Chamber Music Society of Detroit's Regional Partner Series with concerts at the War Memorial in Grosse Pointe (Thursday, September 26, 7:30 PM), Canton's Village Theater at Cherry Hill (Saturday, September 28, 7:30 PM) and Varner Recital Hall on the Oakland university Campus in Rochester (Sunday, September 29, 3:00 PM). These concerts are sponsored by Northern Trust.
WE BELIEVE YOU Concert Held in Solidarity for Classical Music Sexual Assault Victims
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2019
A concert in support of Lara St. John, and other musicians who have suffered from sexual assault, was held this past weekend in New York City. The concert, entitled We Believe You, was on September 6 and St. John performed herself.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2019
A concert in support of Lara St. John, and other musicians who have suffered from sexual assault, was held this past weekend in New York City. The concert, entitled We Believe You, was on September 6 and St. John performed herself.
Wajde Ayub Comes to Roulette
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2019
The renowned Wajde Ayub, born in Aleppo, is a classically trained Syrian mutrib (principal vocalist) who has been acclaimed for his exquisite and commanding renderings of the repertoire of Aleppo, one of the great cultural centers of the Middle East; wasla, a musical suite that incorporates composed and improvised parts; and muwashahat, sung poetry. Since immigrating to the US in 2017, he has been a leading proponent of Syrian vocal music here. He is dedicated to maintaining the ancient musical traditions of Syria a?" traditions that have been put in danger by the civil war that has devastated the country. His performances, which include layali (melismatic vocalizations) and mawwal (unmetered song), are reminiscent of those of his mentor, the great Sabah Fakhri, and resonate with the musical ecstasy known as tarab, a heightened state of emotion similar to duende in flamenco. His ensemble is composed of a chorus and instrumentalists on oud (lute), violins, cello, nay (flute), qanun (zither), bass, and percussion who are highly regarded in the field of Middle Eastern music in the US.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2019
The renowned Wajde Ayub, born in Aleppo, is a classically trained Syrian mutrib (principal vocalist) who has been acclaimed for his exquisite and commanding renderings of the repertoire of Aleppo, one of the great cultural centers of the Middle East; wasla, a musical suite that incorporates composed and improvised parts; and muwashahat, sung poetry. Since immigrating to the US in 2017, he has been a leading proponent of Syrian vocal music here. He is dedicated to maintaining the ancient musical traditions of Syria a?" traditions that have been put in danger by the civil war that has devastated the country. His performances, which include layali (melismatic vocalizations) and mawwal (unmetered song), are reminiscent of those of his mentor, the great Sabah Fakhri, and resonate with the musical ecstasy known as tarab, a heightened state of emotion similar to duende in flamenco. His ensemble is composed of a chorus and instrumentalists on oud (lute), violins, cello, nay (flute), qanun (zither), bass, and percussion who are highly regarded in the field of Middle Eastern music in the US.
HER MUSIC; HER STORY Comes to WQXR, 105.9FM
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2019
Her/Music; Her/Story hits the radio waves this Friday night, September 13th @9pm on WQXR, 105.9FM with the first episode of a four-part series featuring the underlooked works of women composers past and present.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2019
Her/Music; Her/Story hits the radio waves this Friday night, September 13th @9pm on WQXR, 105.9FM with the first episode of a four-part series featuring the underlooked works of women composers past and present.
Edward Gardner Extends Contract With Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra Until 2023
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2019
Philharmonic Orchestra have announced that their relationship with Chief Conductor Edward Gardner is to continue until summer 2023, extending his current contract by two years.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2019
Philharmonic Orchestra have announced that their relationship with Chief Conductor Edward Gardner is to continue until summer 2023, extending his current contract by two years.
Vocal Arts Ensemble Announces 40th Season
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2019
Cincinnati's Vocal Arts Ensemble (VAE) returns for its 40th- anniversary season with four unique concert programs in three historic venues: Christ Church Cathedral, St. Rose Church, and Memorial Hall, the VAE's permanent home.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2019
Cincinnati's Vocal Arts Ensemble (VAE) returns for its 40th- anniversary season with four unique concert programs in three historic venues: Christ Church Cathedral, St. Rose Church, and Memorial Hall, the VAE's permanent home.
Five Boroughs Music Festival Announces Appointment Of New Artistic Director Michael Unterman
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
Five Boroughs Music Festival (5BMF) announces the appointment of Michael Unterman as its new Artistic Director, effective September 1, 2019. An accomplished cellist and chamber musician, Unterman steps into the role following the tenure of 5BMF's Founding Artistic Director, Jesse Blumberg. He joins the 5BMF leadership team alongside Executive Director Donna Breitzer, Board President Emily Kennerley, and 5BMF's dedicated Board of Directors and staff.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
Five Boroughs Music Festival (5BMF) announces the appointment of Michael Unterman as its new Artistic Director, effective September 1, 2019. An accomplished cellist and chamber musician, Unterman steps into the role following the tenure of 5BMF's Founding Artistic Director, Jesse Blumberg. He joins the 5BMF leadership team alongside Executive Director Donna Breitzer, Board President Emily Kennerley, and 5BMF's dedicated Board of Directors and staff.
Chamber Music Society Of Lincoln Center Begins 50th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center opens the fall season of its 50th anniversary year in Alice Tully Hall on Tuesday October 15, 2019. The program will highlight Dvorák's “American” quintet—a work inspired by the plains of Spillville, Iowa, and the music of Native and African-Americans—along with works by African-American composer Harry Burleigh, and iconic American composers Aaron Copland and Leonard Bernstein.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center opens the fall season of its 50th anniversary year in Alice Tully Hall on Tuesday October 15, 2019. The program will highlight Dvorák's “American” quintet—a work inspired by the plains of Spillville, Iowa, and the music of Native and African-Americans—along with works by African-American composer Harry Burleigh, and iconic American composers Aaron Copland and Leonard Bernstein.
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