VIDEO: Preview Great Music at St. Bart's New Year's Eve Concert
by Julie Musbach - December 28, 2017
The great Aeolian/Skinner organ of St. Bartholomew's Church is the largest in New York City, and the fifth largest church organ in the Western Hemisphere. It is one of the few organs in the world to feature a division of the instrument whose pipes reside in the dome of the church, allowing for acoustically brilliant effects with timbres such as ethereal celestes, colorful flutes, orchestral reeds, and brilliant trumpet sounds. Aptly entitled The Celestial Organ, this division was out of commission and completely restored by the Foley-Baker Organ Co. during the 14-month restoration of St. Bart's dome (see it in time-lapse photography), which was unveiled in September of this year.
by Julie Musbach - December 28, 2017
The great Aeolian/Skinner organ of St. Bartholomew's Church is the largest in New York City, and the fifth largest church organ in the Western Hemisphere. It is one of the few organs in the world to feature a division of the instrument whose pipes reside in the dome of the church, allowing for acoustically brilliant effects with timbres such as ethereal celestes, colorful flutes, orchestral reeds, and brilliant trumpet sounds. Aptly entitled The Celestial Organ, this division was out of commission and completely restored by the Foley-Baker Organ Co. during the 14-month restoration of St. Bart's dome (see it in time-lapse photography), which was unveiled in September of this year.
BWW Feature: AVE MARIA (FOR THE CHILDREN OF HAITI) - Aprile Millo, Maria Vetere and a Global Virtual Orchestra
by Peter Danish - December 26, 2017
BWW Feature: AVE MARIA (FOR THE CHILDREN OF HAITI) Aprile Millo, Maria Vetere and a Global Virtual Orchestra
by Peter Danish - December 26, 2017
BWW Feature: AVE MARIA (FOR THE CHILDREN OF HAITI) Aprile Millo, Maria Vetere and a Global Virtual Orchestra
BWW Feature: Opinion - How Much Is Our Fault?
by Cole Grissom - December 22, 2017
Let me begin by saying: Please don't misunderstand these men are 100% responsible for their actions. Our society is currently in upheaval as men in positions of power are being unceremoniously thrown from grace-rightfully. Their actions are deplorable and those responsible must be taken to task. Though, the more I thought on these power-drunk men, it made me wonder-how did we get here? How is there a system in place that supports, lauds, and even protects them? And then I realized-it's because of us. We fostered it and allowed it to thrive. We have perpetuated the demigod system for centuries, and by allowing these conductors, coaches, star performers and composers to be treated in a way that defies human fallibility, we are allowing them to live above the law. And, yes, we are a part of that system. We are a part of it because we have ushered it into the 21st century-and it's time we take a stand against it.
by Cole Grissom - December 22, 2017
Let me begin by saying: Please don't misunderstand these men are 100% responsible for their actions. Our society is currently in upheaval as men in positions of power are being unceremoniously thrown from grace-rightfully. Their actions are deplorable and those responsible must be taken to task. Though, the more I thought on these power-drunk men, it made me wonder-how did we get here? How is there a system in place that supports, lauds, and even protects them? And then I realized-it's because of us. We fostered it and allowed it to thrive. We have perpetuated the demigod system for centuries, and by allowing these conductors, coaches, star performers and composers to be treated in a way that defies human fallibility, we are allowing them to live above the law. And, yes, we are a part of that system. We are a part of it because we have ushered it into the 21st century-and it's time we take a stand against it.
Anne Akiko Meyers' Recording Of Rautavaara's Fantasia Named Top Song Of 2017
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2017
National Public Radio (NPR) last week released 'The 100 Best Songs of 2017.' Anne Akiko Meyers' recording of Einojuhani Rautavaara's 'Fantasia,' written for Ms. Meyers, was featured with works by superstars including Jay Z, Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez, and Willie Nelson. It was the only classical solo instrumental work featured in the annual list. NPR contributor, host of Deceptive Cadence, and classical reviewer for All Things Considered, Tom Huizenga, noted the following about Ms. Meyers' 'Fantasia':
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2017
National Public Radio (NPR) last week released 'The 100 Best Songs of 2017.' Anne Akiko Meyers' recording of Einojuhani Rautavaara's 'Fantasia,' written for Ms. Meyers, was featured with works by superstars including Jay Z, Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez, and Willie Nelson. It was the only classical solo instrumental work featured in the annual list. NPR contributor, host of Deceptive Cadence, and classical reviewer for All Things Considered, Tom Huizenga, noted the following about Ms. Meyers' 'Fantasia':
Foundation for the Revival of Classical Culture to Present A CHRISTMAS CONCERT in Brooklyn
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2017
The Foundation for the Revival of Classical Culture will present A Christmas Concert today, December 16, 2017 (Beethoven's 247th Birthday!) at 6 pm, at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Brooklyn, 856 Pacific Street, Brooklyn, NY.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2017
The Foundation for the Revival of Classical Culture will present A Christmas Concert today, December 16, 2017 (Beethoven's 247th Birthday!) at 6 pm, at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Brooklyn, 856 Pacific Street, Brooklyn, NY.
Vancouver Chamber Choir to Celebrate the Season with Carols & Readings in THE CHRISTMAS STORY
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2017
Vancouver Chamber Choir presents THE CHRISTMAS STORY, Carols & Readings of the Season at 8pm Friday, December 16, 2016 at Ryerson United Church.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2017
Vancouver Chamber Choir presents THE CHRISTMAS STORY, Carols & Readings of the Season at 8pm Friday, December 16, 2016 at Ryerson United Church.
Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir to Bring GOOD TIDINGS! to Christ Church Cathedral
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir (Good Noise) presents their much-loved holiday concert, Good Tidings! Dec. 15 at 8pm & Dec. 16 at 3pm and 8pm at Christ Church Cathedral.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir (Good Noise) presents their much-loved holiday concert, Good Tidings! Dec. 15 at 8pm & Dec. 16 at 3pm and 8pm at Christ Church Cathedral.
ACO Open 2018 With Three Soloists, Two Premieres & A Collaboration With ANAM
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017
The Australian Chamber Orchestra are renowned the world over for their adventurous and distinctive programming, that sees reimagined interpretations of celebrated classics stacked alongside performances of ambitious new commissions. In their first national tour for 2018, Artistic Director Richard Tognetti will lead the ACO in a program that continues this exploration of the old and new, through partnering two 19th century greats, Brahms and Tchaikovsky, with the restless energy and ambition of two of today's strongest musical voices, for the world premiere of Brooklyn-based composer Missy Mazzoli's Dark with Excessive Bright and the Australian premiere of UK/US composer Anna Clyne's Prince of Clouds.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017
The Australian Chamber Orchestra are renowned the world over for their adventurous and distinctive programming, that sees reimagined interpretations of celebrated classics stacked alongside performances of ambitious new commissions. In their first national tour for 2018, Artistic Director Richard Tognetti will lead the ACO in a program that continues this exploration of the old and new, through partnering two 19th century greats, Brahms and Tchaikovsky, with the restless energy and ambition of two of today's strongest musical voices, for the world premiere of Brooklyn-based composer Missy Mazzoli's Dark with Excessive Bright and the Australian premiere of UK/US composer Anna Clyne's Prince of Clouds.
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra Surveys The Original Swing Band Hits Of The '30s & '40s As Well As The Jump-Jive Swing Revival Of The 1990s
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2017
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra (KSO) Lindy hops back to two Swing Eras for it's November 18th show at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center. Experience true blasts from the past as the KSO's 18-piece swing band provides a history lesson with the authentic sounds of the original Swing Era (1931-1943); followed the crazy jump tunes of the 1990s revival featuring the 10-piece Covington Devou-Doo Daddies. Learn how the depression, world conflict, and the need for diversion came together to generate the great American musical genre known as Swing.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2017
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra (KSO) Lindy hops back to two Swing Eras for it's November 18th show at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center. Experience true blasts from the past as the KSO's 18-piece swing band provides a history lesson with the authentic sounds of the original Swing Era (1931-1943); followed the crazy jump tunes of the 1990s revival featuring the 10-piece Covington Devou-Doo Daddies. Learn how the depression, world conflict, and the need for diversion came together to generate the great American musical genre known as Swing.
The Sydney Symphony Orchestra presents FUNNY GIRL THE MUSICAL in Concert
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
The bright lights of Broadway will shine on the Sydney Opera House next July as the Sydney Symphony Orchestra presents the hit Broadway musical Funny Girl in Concert.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
The bright lights of Broadway will shine on the Sydney Opera House next July as the Sydney Symphony Orchestra presents the hit Broadway musical Funny Girl in Concert.
Charles Dutoit To Conduct Ravel With Jean-Yves Thibaudet As Soloist, 1/17–20
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
Charles Dutoit will conduct the New York Philharmonic in a French program spotlighting Ravel, featuring the Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, with Jean-Yves Thibaudet as soloist; Le Tombeau de Couperin; Valses nobles et sentimentales; Bol ro; and Ravel's orchestration of Debussy's Sarabande et Danse, Wednesday, January 17, 2018, at 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, January 18 at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, January 19 at 8:00 p.m.; and Saturday, January 20 at 8:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
Charles Dutoit will conduct the New York Philharmonic in a French program spotlighting Ravel, featuring the Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, with Jean-Yves Thibaudet as soloist; Le Tombeau de Couperin; Valses nobles et sentimentales; Bol ro; and Ravel's orchestration of Debussy's Sarabande et Danse, Wednesday, January 17, 2018, at 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, January 18 at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, January 19 at 8:00 p.m.; and Saturday, January 20 at 8:00 p.m.
Vajra Voices With Shira Kammen And Kit Higginson to Perform New Year's Concert
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
The San Francisco Early Music Society's 2017-18 concert season resumes the weekend of January 5 with three concerts by Vajra Voices performing a program of medieval song. Joined by Shira Kammen and Kit Higginson on vielle, harp, recorder and psaltery,
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
The San Francisco Early Music Society's 2017-18 concert season resumes the weekend of January 5 with three concerts by Vajra Voices performing a program of medieval song. Joined by Shira Kammen and Kit Higginson on vielle, harp, recorder and psaltery,
E-Town Holiday Concerts Will Warm The Chilly Air
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
Elizabethtown College students and faculty members present two festive concerts just in time for the holiday season. If the weather outside is frightful, the music will be so delightful.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
Elizabethtown College students and faculty members present two festive concerts just in time for the holiday season. If the weather outside is frightful, the music will be so delightful.
Harrisburg Symphony to Premiere Jeremy Gill's New Work Based on Tolkien
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra will continue its 88th season on January 6-7 with the World Premiere of Jeremy Gill's Ainulindal (based on J.R.R. Tolkien's The Silmarillion).
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra will continue its 88th season on January 6-7 with the World Premiere of Jeremy Gill's Ainulindal (based on J.R.R. Tolkien's The Silmarillion).
Pianist Stephen Hough's First All-Debussy Recording to be Released by Hyperion Records
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
This winter, with the commencement of the Claude Debussy (1862 1918) centennial year, pianist Stephen Hough's first recording devoted exclusively to the composer's music is released on Hyperion Records.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
This winter, with the commencement of the Claude Debussy (1862 1918) centennial year, pianist Stephen Hough's first recording devoted exclusively to the composer's music is released on Hyperion Records.
The Grand Finale Of HK Phil's Journey Through Wagner's Epic Ring Cycle: Part IV Götterdämmerung
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
The internationally and locally acclaimed performance of Wagner's complete Ring Cycle given by the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil), reaches its fourth and last part - G tterd mmerung - on 18 and 21 January 2018 at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall. Once again, the HK Phil's Music Director Jaap van Zweden conducts the performances and is joined by a cast of world-renowned Wagnerian singers and outstanding choruses.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
The internationally and locally acclaimed performance of Wagner's complete Ring Cycle given by the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil), reaches its fourth and last part - G tterd mmerung - on 18 and 21 January 2018 at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall. Once again, the HK Phil's Music Director Jaap van Zweden conducts the performances and is joined by a cast of world-renowned Wagnerian singers and outstanding choruses.
BWW/CLASSICALWORLD INTERVIEW: Artistic Director Maurice Curry and Music Director David Bernard on The Eglevsky Ballet's production of THE NUTCRACKER
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
December is the month of Nutcrackers, and a holiday tradition for many Long Islanders is to see the Eglevsky Ballet perform their prestigious production at the Tilles Center for the Arts in Brookville, Long Island. Eglevsky's production, the largest and only professional production on Long Island, not only features guest dancers from the NYC Ballet, but this year will also feature the Massapequa Philharmonic performing the alluring score by Tchaikovsky. We sat down with Maurice Curry, Executive Artistic Director of the Eglevsky Ballet, and David Bernard, Music Director of the Massapequa Philharmonic to discuss their collaboration and approach to The Nutcracker.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
December is the month of Nutcrackers, and a holiday tradition for many Long Islanders is to see the Eglevsky Ballet perform their prestigious production at the Tilles Center for the Arts in Brookville, Long Island. Eglevsky's production, the largest and only professional production on Long Island, not only features guest dancers from the NYC Ballet, but this year will also feature the Massapequa Philharmonic performing the alluring score by Tchaikovsky. We sat down with Maurice Curry, Executive Artistic Director of the Eglevsky Ballet, and David Bernard, Music Director of the Massapequa Philharmonic to discuss their collaboration and approach to The Nutcracker.
The Sydney Symphony Orchestra presents FUNNY GIRL THE MUSICAL in Concert
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2017
The bright lights of Broadway will shine on the Sydney Opera House next July as the Sydney Symphony Orchestra presents the hit Broadway musical Funny Girl in Concert.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2017
The bright lights of Broadway will shine on the Sydney Opera House next July as the Sydney Symphony Orchestra presents the hit Broadway musical Funny Girl in Concert.
Elizabethtown College Symphonic Band Celebrates End Of Semester
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2017
The Elizabethtown College Symphonic Band presents its annual fall concert Today, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. in Leffler Chapel and Performance Center. E-town associate professor of music and director of instrumental studies Robert Spence conducts the ensemble.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2017
The Elizabethtown College Symphonic Band presents its annual fall concert Today, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. in Leffler Chapel and Performance Center. E-town associate professor of music and director of instrumental studies Robert Spence conducts the ensemble.
Odyssey Opera Continues Joan of Arc season with Trial at Rouen Today
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
At the vanguard of Boston's classical music scene, Odyssey Opera and the Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) present the world premiere of the live performance of The Trial at Rouen by Norman Dello Joio. A semi-staged, English-language production led by conductor Gil Rose, The Trial at Rouen unites Odyssey Opera (one of the nation's most innovative opera companies), BMOP (the nation's premier orchestra dedicated exclusively to commissioning, performing, and recording new orchestral music), and internationally renowned singers Heather Buck (Joan of Arc) and Stephen Powell (Pierre Cauchon). This marks the third and most condensed opera of Odyssey Opera's Trial by Fire: Joan of Arc and the Hundred Years' War, a season-long exploration of operatic works inspired by martyr, saint, and military leader Joan of Arc.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
At the vanguard of Boston's classical music scene, Odyssey Opera and the Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) present the world premiere of the live performance of The Trial at Rouen by Norman Dello Joio. A semi-staged, English-language production led by conductor Gil Rose, The Trial at Rouen unites Odyssey Opera (one of the nation's most innovative opera companies), BMOP (the nation's premier orchestra dedicated exclusively to commissioning, performing, and recording new orchestral music), and internationally renowned singers Heather Buck (Joan of Arc) and Stephen Powell (Pierre Cauchon). This marks the third and most condensed opera of Odyssey Opera's Trial by Fire: Joan of Arc and the Hundred Years' War, a season-long exploration of operatic works inspired by martyr, saint, and military leader Joan of Arc.
BWW Feature: Intellectual Masturbation (or, The Classical Music Grammy Nominations)
by Cole Grissom - November 30, 2017
The Grammy nominations are here! It's such a fun awards show, chock-full of accolades for mediocre pop songs sung by artists with nodules bigger than my fist-a true example of folks living the American Dream. Each year I hope for the best, thinking that, maybe, the nominating committee, or the performers, will surprise me-flipping the script on my shockingly low expectations. This year, to see if they'd accomplished that feat, I headed over to the Grammy's website to peruse the list of nominees.
by Cole Grissom - November 30, 2017
The Grammy nominations are here! It's such a fun awards show, chock-full of accolades for mediocre pop songs sung by artists with nodules bigger than my fist-a true example of folks living the American Dream. Each year I hope for the best, thinking that, maybe, the nominating committee, or the performers, will surprise me-flipping the script on my shockingly low expectations. This year, to see if they'd accomplished that feat, I headed over to the Grammy's website to peruse the list of nominees.
L.A. Philharmonic's 2017 DECK THE HALL CONCERTS Celebrate The Spirit Of The Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
The LA Phil's Deck the Hall concerts feature performances by an eclectic array of artists who bring the joy of the holiday season to people of all ages during this special time of year. Returning to Walt Disney Concert Hall this holiday season: the family-friendly fun of the annual Holiday Sing-Along (Dec. 16), the rich harmonies of Chanticleer (Dec. 19), exquisite jazz vocalist Dianne Reeves (Dec. 20), and the heartwarming White Christmas Sing-Along (Dec. 23).
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
The LA Phil's Deck the Hall concerts feature performances by an eclectic array of artists who bring the joy of the holiday season to people of all ages during this special time of year. Returning to Walt Disney Concert Hall this holiday season: the family-friendly fun of the annual Holiday Sing-Along (Dec. 16), the rich harmonies of Chanticleer (Dec. 19), exquisite jazz vocalist Dianne Reeves (Dec. 20), and the heartwarming White Christmas Sing-Along (Dec. 23).
Review Roundup: Gianandrea Noseda Returns to the United States to Conduct in New York
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
Maestro Gianandrea Noseda returns to the United States this month through early December to conduct a wide range of programs from Dallapiccola to Beethoven and Gershwin to Britten beginning with his first series of subscription weeks as the new Music Director of the National Symphony Orchestra. In between concerts at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., Noseda returns to the New York Philharmonic for the first time since 2006, leading the orchestra in a program that will include Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 3.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
Maestro Gianandrea Noseda returns to the United States this month through early December to conduct a wide range of programs from Dallapiccola to Beethoven and Gershwin to Britten beginning with his first series of subscription weeks as the new Music Director of the National Symphony Orchestra. In between concerts at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., Noseda returns to the New York Philharmonic for the first time since 2006, leading the orchestra in a program that will include Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 3.
New York Phil to Premiere Bent Sorensen's 'Evening Land'
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2017
New York Philharmonic announces a new concert seriest led by the premiere of Bent S rensen's 'Evening Land'.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2017
New York Philharmonic announces a new concert seriest led by the premiere of Bent S rensen's 'Evening Land'.
ACO Returns From European Tour With Rave Reviews and London Residency
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2017
The Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) has returned from a triumphant tour across the UK and Europe, where it performed a total of seven concerts in six cities. This included concerts in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls including London's Royal Festival Hall and Vienna's Wiener Konzerthaus, and concluded with a special performance at Buckingham Palace, at an event held in the ACO's honour, hosted by His Royal Highness Charles, Prince of Wales.
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2017
The Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) has returned from a triumphant tour across the UK and Europe, where it performed a total of seven concerts in six cities. This included concerts in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls including London's Royal Festival Hall and Vienna's Wiener Konzerthaus, and concluded with a special performance at Buckingham Palace, at an event held in the ACO's honour, hosted by His Royal Highness Charles, Prince of Wales.
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