ASPECT Presents Archduke Rudolph: Beethoven's Pupil And Patron, Feat. Illustrated Talk By Ignat Solzhenitsyn
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2019
The ASPECT Foundation for Music & Arts continues its third New York City season of illuminating performances with Archduke Rudolf: Beethoven's Pupil and Patron on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at 7:30pm at Bohemian National Hall. Russian-American pianist and conductor Ignat Solzhenitsyn is joined by violinist Korbinian Altenberger and cellist Na-Young Baek for a program of works Beethoven dedicated to his most significant patron and composition student, Archduke Rudolf of Austria: the Violin Sonata No.10 in G major, Op.96 and Piano Trio in B-flat major, Op. 97 “Archduke.”
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2019
The ASPECT Foundation for Music & Arts continues its third New York City season of illuminating performances with Archduke Rudolf: Beethoven's Pupil and Patron on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at 7:30pm at Bohemian National Hall. Russian-American pianist and conductor Ignat Solzhenitsyn is joined by violinist Korbinian Altenberger and cellist Na-Young Baek for a program of works Beethoven dedicated to his most significant patron and composition student, Archduke Rudolf of Austria: the Violin Sonata No.10 in G major, Op.96 and Piano Trio in B-flat major, Op. 97 “Archduke.”
Damon Gupton to Host NPR's 'From The Top'
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
From the Top, the nationwide program distributed by NPR that showcases young classically-trained musicians, has named actor and conductor Damon Gupton as Guest Host when the show records a new broadcast at Interlochen Center for the Arts on Friday, March 15, 2019 at 7:30 PM.
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
From the Top, the nationwide program distributed by NPR that showcases young classically-trained musicians, has named actor and conductor Damon Gupton as Guest Host when the show records a new broadcast at Interlochen Center for the Arts on Friday, March 15, 2019 at 7:30 PM.
Catching Up With The Maestro! Conductor and McCallum CEO Mitch Gershenfeld Prepares For The Upcoming McCallum Theatre Band Concert!
by David Green - March 12, 2019
The McCallum Theatre is tuning up for the 7th annual concert by the McCallum Theatre Concert Band, with conductor and McCallum Theatre President & CEO Mitch Gershenfeld, on Sunday, March 24, at 3:00pm. Highlights of this year's concert will be a performance of the beloved 'Carnival of the Animals' by Saint-Saens featuring pianist Jeffrey Siegel and a new text written and performed by David Gonzalez, and special guest appearances by Gavin MacLeod (narrator) and former TEN Tenor Chad Hilligus (guest vocalist). And, after the concert, there is free ice cream for everyone! I had the chance to catch up with Maestro Gershenfeld to get a glimpse behind the scenes of this season's concert. Here are a few excerpts from that conversation:
by David Green - March 12, 2019
The McCallum Theatre is tuning up for the 7th annual concert by the McCallum Theatre Concert Band, with conductor and McCallum Theatre President & CEO Mitch Gershenfeld, on Sunday, March 24, at 3:00pm. Highlights of this year's concert will be a performance of the beloved 'Carnival of the Animals' by Saint-Saens featuring pianist Jeffrey Siegel and a new text written and performed by David Gonzalez, and special guest appearances by Gavin MacLeod (narrator) and former TEN Tenor Chad Hilligus (guest vocalist). And, after the concert, there is free ice cream for everyone! I had the chance to catch up with Maestro Gershenfeld to get a glimpse behind the scenes of this season's concert. Here are a few excerpts from that conversation:
American Classical Orchestra Announces Winner Of Sfzp Fortepiano Competition, Juilliard Student David Belkovski
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
American Classical Orchestra (ACO) announces that David Belkovski, current Masters of Music in Historical Performance student at The Juilliard School, has been named winner of the first annual Sfzp International Fortepiano Competition co-sponsored by American Classical Orchestra and the Academy of Fortepiano Performance in Hunter, New York. Second prize has been awarded to University of Michigan student Gabriel Merrill-Steskal and an Honorable Mention to Cornell University student Shin Hwang.
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
American Classical Orchestra (ACO) announces that David Belkovski, current Masters of Music in Historical Performance student at The Juilliard School, has been named winner of the first annual Sfzp International Fortepiano Competition co-sponsored by American Classical Orchestra and the Academy of Fortepiano Performance in Hunter, New York. Second prize has been awarded to University of Michigan student Gabriel Merrill-Steskal and an Honorable Mention to Cornell University student Shin Hwang.
PHIL THE HALL $5 Tickets Are Now On Sale
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
Five-dollar tickets are now on sale for Phil the Hall, April 4–6, 2019. New York's first responders, volunteers, and service professionals are invited to experience the New York Philharmonic, led by Music Director Jaap van Zweden, performing music connected to New York and its Orchestra — by Beethoven, Bernstein, students in the Philharmonic's Very Young Composers program, and more — live at its Lincoln Center home.
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
Five-dollar tickets are now on sale for Phil the Hall, April 4–6, 2019. New York's first responders, volunteers, and service professionals are invited to experience the New York Philharmonic, led by Music Director Jaap van Zweden, performing music connected to New York and its Orchestra — by Beethoven, Bernstein, students in the Philharmonic's Very Young Composers program, and more — live at its Lincoln Center home.
The Tetzlaff Trio Performs Schumann And Dvorak At The Wallis This April
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts presents The Tetzlaff Trio performing Schumann's consummate Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 63, paired with Dvo k's remarkable masterpiece Trio No. 3 in F minor, Op. 65, on Friday, April 26, 2019, 7:30 pm, at The Wallis' Bram Goldsmith Theater. The trio, featuring siblings Christian Tetzlaff, violin, and Tanja Tetzlaff, cello, and Lars Vogt, piano, are touring North America for the first time in three years. They bring polish and passion to every performance, according to the New York Times. A free pre-concert Prelude at 6:30 pm, which includes a complimentary glass of wine provided by The Henry Wine Group, features Classical KUSC's Brian Lauritzen in conversation about the evening's program with the artists. This concert is made possible with generous support from Wendy and Ken Ruby.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts presents The Tetzlaff Trio performing Schumann's consummate Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 63, paired with Dvo k's remarkable masterpiece Trio No. 3 in F minor, Op. 65, on Friday, April 26, 2019, 7:30 pm, at The Wallis' Bram Goldsmith Theater. The trio, featuring siblings Christian Tetzlaff, violin, and Tanja Tetzlaff, cello, and Lars Vogt, piano, are touring North America for the first time in three years. They bring polish and passion to every performance, according to the New York Times. A free pre-concert Prelude at 6:30 pm, which includes a complimentary glass of wine provided by The Henry Wine Group, features Classical KUSC's Brian Lauritzen in conversation about the evening's program with the artists. This concert is made possible with generous support from Wendy and Ken Ruby.
Renaissance Piano Duo Tzu-Yi Chen and Winnie Yang Come to Carnegie Hall
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
DCINY presents the Weill Recital Hall debut of Renaissance Piano Duo, pianists Winnie Yang and Tzu-Yi Chen, who will perform a specially selected classical repertoire that amplifies the art of transcription with works by Busoni, Brahms, Bolcom, Lutosławski, and Yang.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
DCINY presents the Weill Recital Hall debut of Renaissance Piano Duo, pianists Winnie Yang and Tzu-Yi Chen, who will perform a specially selected classical repertoire that amplifies the art of transcription with works by Busoni, Brahms, Bolcom, Lutosławski, and Yang.
The Knights Perform at Carnegie Hall on April 3
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
Grammy Award-nominated orchestral collective The Knights presents a wide-ranging program at Carnegie Hall's Zankel Hall on Wednesday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m., featuring music from the Baroque era through today, and from East to West. The concert features the US premiere of Canons and Overtones by Donnacha Dennehy, co-commissioned by Carnegie Hall for its 125 Commissions Project. The piece was written to mark the 20th anniversary of Dublin's Crash Ensemble and plays with layered melodies to create overtones, blurring the distinction between timbre and harmony.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
Grammy Award-nominated orchestral collective The Knights presents a wide-ranging program at Carnegie Hall's Zankel Hall on Wednesday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m., featuring music from the Baroque era through today, and from East to West. The concert features the US premiere of Canons and Overtones by Donnacha Dennehy, co-commissioned by Carnegie Hall for its 125 Commissions Project. The piece was written to mark the 20th anniversary of Dublin's Crash Ensemble and plays with layered melodies to create overtones, blurring the distinction between timbre and harmony.
Daniel Kellogg Named New President Of Young Concert Artists
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
It has been announced that Daniel Kellogg will become the President of Young Concert Artists, effective July 1, 2019. This follows the incredible 58-year-tenure of Founder and current Director, Susan Wadsworth, who will continue as Creative Consultant through 2020-2021 helping to plan the 60th Anniversary of Young Concert Artists.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
It has been announced that Daniel Kellogg will become the President of Young Concert Artists, effective July 1, 2019. This follows the incredible 58-year-tenure of Founder and current Director, Susan Wadsworth, who will continue as Creative Consultant through 2020-2021 helping to plan the 60th Anniversary of Young Concert Artists.
York Symphony Orchestra Announces 2019-2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
The York Symphony Orchestra is proud to announce the 2019-2020 season, featuring performances of a variety of classical and popular pieces from the past and present. The 2019-2020 season will offer audiences nine performances, including six Classical Series concerts and three Pops Series concerts.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
The York Symphony Orchestra is proud to announce the 2019-2020 season, featuring performances of a variety of classical and popular pieces from the past and present. The 2019-2020 season will offer audiences nine performances, including six Classical Series concerts and three Pops Series concerts.
Virtuoso Derek Gripper Recreates Sounds Of West African Kora On Classical Guitar
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
A World in Trance, now in its fifth edition, has been host to some of the world's most captivating music, bringing people together in search of enlightenment and spirituality. This year's four-part festival begins on March 23rd with virtuoso guitarist Derek Gripper, who masterfully interprets the hypnotic sounds of the West African kora (21-string harp-lute) on solo guitar.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
A World in Trance, now in its fifth edition, has been host to some of the world's most captivating music, bringing people together in search of enlightenment and spirituality. This year's four-part festival begins on March 23rd with virtuoso guitarist Derek Gripper, who masterfully interprets the hypnotic sounds of the West African kora (21-string harp-lute) on solo guitar.
The New American Songbook Orchestra Celebrates Diverse, NYC-Based, Emerging Composers With #ComeTogether
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
In 2018, the idea for #ComeTogether was sparked. Much of the inspiration for this project stems from an incomplete American Songbook-many voices are missing and stories are unheard. In lieu of our current political climate, we are deeply struck by the hostility aimed at dividing our country and turning Americans against one another. Art is and always has been a uniting force. NASO's weapons of choice: word and melody.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
In 2018, the idea for #ComeTogether was sparked. Much of the inspiration for this project stems from an incomplete American Songbook-many voices are missing and stories are unheard. In lieu of our current political climate, we are deeply struck by the hostility aimed at dividing our country and turning Americans against one another. Art is and always has been a uniting force. NASO's weapons of choice: word and melody.
Pacific Symphony Announces Richard Kaufman's Final Season As Principal Pops Conductor
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
Pacific Symphony Music Director Carl St.Clair announced today that Richard Kaufman will conclude his tenure as principal Pops conductor in May 2020 and will be named principal Pops conductor laureate beginning in 2020-21. Kaufman has served in the role of principal Pops conductor since 1990. During the 2019-20 season, Kaufman will conduct two SummerFest concerts and four Pops concerts.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
Pacific Symphony Music Director Carl St.Clair announced today that Richard Kaufman will conclude his tenure as principal Pops conductor in May 2020 and will be named principal Pops conductor laureate beginning in 2020-21. Kaufman has served in the role of principal Pops conductor since 1990. During the 2019-20 season, Kaufman will conduct two SummerFest concerts and four Pops concerts.
California Pops Presents SWINGTIME AT THE POPS
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
California Pops Orchestra, celebrating it's 30th season as the country's only all-request pops orchestra, joins forces with the Black Tie Big Band to perform Swingtime at the Pops at Flint Center for the Performing Arts. The Pops' Great American Big Band tribute and a perennial audience favorite features the hits of the 30's, 40's and beyond - when swing was the thing! This concert includes masters of yesteryear such as Ellington, Miller, Dorsey, Goodman, Artie Shaw as well as pieces from newer composers and musicians with the Big Band sound.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
California Pops Orchestra, celebrating it's 30th season as the country's only all-request pops orchestra, joins forces with the Black Tie Big Band to perform Swingtime at the Pops at Flint Center for the Performing Arts. The Pops' Great American Big Band tribute and a perennial audience favorite features the hits of the 30's, 40's and beyond - when swing was the thing! This concert includes masters of yesteryear such as Ellington, Miller, Dorsey, Goodman, Artie Shaw as well as pieces from newer composers and musicians with the Big Band sound.
Brooklyn Music School String Students To Hold Two Concerts In Paris And Fundraising Concert In Brooklyn
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
In anticipation of their upcoming trip to and performances in Paris, France, the BMS Strings Department will be holding a concert on April 13 at the Brooklyn Music School as a chance for the students to perform their repertoire for the BMS community and as a fundraiser to cover some of the costs of the upcoming trip.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
In anticipation of their upcoming trip to and performances in Paris, France, the BMS Strings Department will be holding a concert on April 13 at the Brooklyn Music School as a chance for the students to perform their repertoire for the BMS community and as a fundraiser to cover some of the costs of the upcoming trip.
The Orchestra Now Begins Spring Season With Conductor Fabio Luisi
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The Orchestra Now (TON) begins its spring season at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Frederick P. Rose Hall on Tuesday, March 26 at 7:30 pm. The concert will present works by Brahms and Grieg with pianist Alessandro Taverna led by distinguished guest conductor Fabio Luisi, music director of the Zurich Opera and principal conductor of the Danish National Symphony Orchestra. The season continues through May 19, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The Orchestra Now (TON) begins its spring season at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Frederick P. Rose Hall on Tuesday, March 26 at 7:30 pm. The concert will present works by Brahms and Grieg with pianist Alessandro Taverna led by distinguished guest conductor Fabio Luisi, music director of the Zurich Opera and principal conductor of the Danish National Symphony Orchestra. The season continues through May 19, 2019.
A WORLD IN TRANCE Returns for 5th Annual Performance
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
A World in Trance, now in its fifth edition, has been host to some of the world's most captivating music, bringing people together in search of enlightenment and spirituality. This year's festival continues with the intoxicating sounds of Bachir Attar and Mustapha Attar of the legendary Master Musicians of Jajouka in a riveting meeting with American musicians Ned Rothenberg, Arrington de Dionyso and Ben Bennett. Inspired by the electrifying sounds of the Master Musicians, this ensemble of musicians from both sides of the Atlantic – Morocco and the US - explore the potential for sound to trigger a state of ecstasy.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
A World in Trance, now in its fifth edition, has been host to some of the world's most captivating music, bringing people together in search of enlightenment and spirituality. This year's festival continues with the intoxicating sounds of Bachir Attar and Mustapha Attar of the legendary Master Musicians of Jajouka in a riveting meeting with American musicians Ned Rothenberg, Arrington de Dionyso and Ben Bennett. Inspired by the electrifying sounds of the Master Musicians, this ensemble of musicians from both sides of the Atlantic – Morocco and the US - explore the potential for sound to trigger a state of ecstasy.
BWW Review: 100 YEARS OF BERNSTEIN: CZECH NATIONAL SYMPHONY, CONDUCTED BY JOHN MAUCERI, MEZZO SOPRANO, ISABEL LEONARD at Tilles Center, CW POST University
by Peter Danish - March 07, 2019
BWW Review: 100 YEARS OF BERNSTEIN: CZECH NATIONAL SYMPHONY, CONDUCTED BY JOHN MAUCERI, MEZZO SOPRANO, ISABEL LEONARD at Tilles Center, CW POST University
by Peter Danish - March 07, 2019
BWW Review: 100 YEARS OF BERNSTEIN: CZECH NATIONAL SYMPHONY, CONDUCTED BY JOHN MAUCERI, MEZZO SOPRANO, ISABEL LEONARD at Tilles Center, CW POST University
Brahms Finale Concludes Orion's Season
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The Orion Ensemble, winner of the prestigious Chamber Music America/ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming, concludes its 26th season with 'A Brahms Finale,' joined by guest violinist Mathias Tacke and guest violist Stephen Boe. Performances take place May 5 at Chapelstreet Church in Geneva; May 15 at the PianoForte Studios in downtown Chicago; and May 19 at the Music Institute of Chicago's Nichols Concert Hall in Evanston.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The Orion Ensemble, winner of the prestigious Chamber Music America/ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming, concludes its 26th season with 'A Brahms Finale,' joined by guest violinist Mathias Tacke and guest violist Stephen Boe. Performances take place May 5 at Chapelstreet Church in Geneva; May 15 at the PianoForte Studios in downtown Chicago; and May 19 at the Music Institute of Chicago's Nichols Concert Hall in Evanston.
David Bernard Leads The Massapequa Philharmonic In SUBLIME DRAMA Featuring Cellist Adrian Daurov
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The Massapequa Philharmonic, under the direction of its music director David Bernard, continues its 2018-2019 season with a selection of dramatic works, including Beethoven's Overture to King Stefan, Schumann's Symphony No. 2 and Lalo's Cello Concerto featuring noted cellist Adrian Daurov.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The Massapequa Philharmonic, under the direction of its music director David Bernard, continues its 2018-2019 season with a selection of dramatic works, including Beethoven's Overture to King Stefan, Schumann's Symphony No. 2 and Lalo's Cello Concerto featuring noted cellist Adrian Daurov.
Internationally Renowned Pianist Debuts With The Sydney Symphony Orchestra
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
In his Sydney Symphony Orchestra debut, internationally-renowned pianist Alessio Bax will feature in three separate programs over 21, 22 and 25 March at the City Recital Hall, Angel Place, Sydney and in regional New South Wales at The Art House, Wyong.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
In his Sydney Symphony Orchestra debut, internationally-renowned pianist Alessio Bax will feature in three separate programs over 21, 22 and 25 March at the City Recital Hall, Angel Place, Sydney and in regional New South Wales at The Art House, Wyong.
VIDEO: Yo-Yo Ma and Wu Man Rehearse Zhao Lin's “A Happy Excursion”
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
In the video below, watch an excerpt of the March 5, 2019 rehearsal, led by Long Yu, for the US Premiere of Zhao Lin's 'A Happy Excursion,' Concerto for Pipa and Cello, with Yo-Yo Ma and pipa player Wu Man, which takes place March 6-9.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
In the video below, watch an excerpt of the March 5, 2019 rehearsal, led by Long Yu, for the US Premiere of Zhao Lin's 'A Happy Excursion,' Concerto for Pipa and Cello, with Yo-Yo Ma and pipa player Wu Man, which takes place March 6-9.
Pianist Daniel Wnukowski Commences Recording Cycle Of Complete Solo Piano Works By Karol Rathaus
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
Following solo and concerto performances at Queens College's Karol Rathaus Festival last month, Polish-Canadian pianist Daniel Wnukowski (vnoo-koff'-skee) further champions the music of this long-neglected Galician-Jewish composer with the launch of a recording cycle of Karol Rathaus's complete works for solo piano. The project, spanning four volumes on Toccata Classics, is an extension of Mr. Wnukowski's advocacy for music suppressed by the Nazi regime, and all of the works on Volume 1 appear on recording for the first time.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
Following solo and concerto performances at Queens College's Karol Rathaus Festival last month, Polish-Canadian pianist Daniel Wnukowski (vnoo-koff'-skee) further champions the music of this long-neglected Galician-Jewish composer with the launch of a recording cycle of Karol Rathaus's complete works for solo piano. The project, spanning four volumes on Toccata Classics, is an extension of Mr. Wnukowski's advocacy for music suppressed by the Nazi regime, and all of the works on Volume 1 appear on recording for the first time.
International Contemporary Ensemble And The New York Public Library For The Performing Arts Present OPENICE: COLLECTING GEORGE LEWIS
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
On Monday, March 11, 2019 at 6pm, the International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE) and The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts present OpenICE: Collecting George Lewis at The Bruno Walter Auditorium.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
On Monday, March 11, 2019 at 6pm, the International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE) and The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts present OpenICE: Collecting George Lewis at The Bruno Walter Auditorium.
Valencia College Welcomes Spring With Free Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
Valencia College's School of Arts and Entertainment will celebrate the arrival of spring with a series of four free concerts in April.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
Valencia College's School of Arts and Entertainment will celebrate the arrival of spring with a series of four free concerts in April.
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