Santa Barbara Youth Symphony Presents Free Community Concert, 4/29
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2017
More than 300 local students ages 9 to 18 will perform a free classical music concert at the Page Youth Center beginning at 3 pm on Saturday, April 29. Presented by the Santa Barbara Symphony, the performance will feature musicians from the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony, other Symphony youth outreach programs, and several area schools.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2017
More than 300 local students ages 9 to 18 will perform a free classical music concert at the Page Youth Center beginning at 3 pm on Saturday, April 29. Presented by the Santa Barbara Symphony, the performance will feature musicians from the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony, other Symphony youth outreach programs, and several area schools.
Moscow Chamber Orchestra And Conductor Vladimir Spivakov To Come To Carnegie Hall, 6/7
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2017
Eminent maestro Vladimir Spivakov and the acclaimed Moscow Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra, who recently sold out a concert at the Barbican Center in London, return to Carnegie Hall onWednesday, June 7 at 8 PM as a part of their seven-city North American tour.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2017
Eminent maestro Vladimir Spivakov and the acclaimed Moscow Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra, who recently sold out a concert at the Barbican Center in London, return to Carnegie Hall onWednesday, June 7 at 8 PM as a part of their seven-city North American tour.
Finnish Violinist Elina Vähälä Makes Houston Symphony Debut, 4/20
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Acclaimed Finnish violinist Elina Vähälä will make her Houston Symphony at 8 p.m. April 20 and 22 and 2:30 p.m. April 23 in a program of works by Verdi, Respighi and celebrated American living composer John Corigliano .
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Acclaimed Finnish violinist Elina Vähälä will make her Houston Symphony at 8 p.m. April 20 and 22 and 2:30 p.m. April 23 in a program of works by Verdi, Respighi and celebrated American living composer John Corigliano .
Review Roundup: David Robertson Conducting the St. Louis Symphony in John Adam's Tribute
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Music Director David Robertson conducted the St. Louis Symphony in a concert performance of John Adams's critically acclaimed oratorio,The Gospel According to the Other Mary, on Friday, March 31 at 7:30 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. The program featured mezzo-sopranos Kelley O'Connor as Mary Magdalene and Michaela Martens as Martha, with tenor Jay Hunter Morris as Lazarus. The cast also includes countertenorsDaniel Bubeck, Brian Cummings, and Nathan Medley, and the St. Louis Symphony Chorus, directed by Amy Kaiser.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Music Director David Robertson conducted the St. Louis Symphony in a concert performance of John Adams's critically acclaimed oratorio,The Gospel According to the Other Mary, on Friday, March 31 at 7:30 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. The program featured mezzo-sopranos Kelley O'Connor as Mary Magdalene and Michaela Martens as Martha, with tenor Jay Hunter Morris as Lazarus. The cast also includes countertenorsDaniel Bubeck, Brian Cummings, and Nathan Medley, and the St. Louis Symphony Chorus, directed by Amy Kaiser.
Annapolis Symphony Presents Annual CHAMPAGNE SUNDAY, 4/23
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
The Friends of the Annapolis Symphony (FASO) will hold its annual Champagne Sunday at the William Paca House and Gardens on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at 4pm.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
The Friends of the Annapolis Symphony (FASO) will hold its annual Champagne Sunday at the William Paca House and Gardens on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at 4pm.
Cellist Inbal Segev to Perform TANGLE EYE Concerto, 5/7
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
On Sunday, May 7, 2017 at 4pm, Israeli-American cellist Inbal Segev, known for her “warm, pure and beautiful tone” (Strings Magazine), will give the world premiere of Tangle Eye, Concerto for Cello and Orchestra, by California Symphony Young American Composer-in-Residence Dan Visconti, with the California Symphony at Lesher Center for the Arts, in a concert led by Music Director Donato Cabrera. The concert will also include Beethoven's Coriolan Overture and Bruckner's Symphony No. 6. A free pre-concert talk with Cabrera will begin at 3pm.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
On Sunday, May 7, 2017 at 4pm, Israeli-American cellist Inbal Segev, known for her “warm, pure and beautiful tone” (Strings Magazine), will give the world premiere of Tangle Eye, Concerto for Cello and Orchestra, by California Symphony Young American Composer-in-Residence Dan Visconti, with the California Symphony at Lesher Center for the Arts, in a concert led by Music Director Donato Cabrera. The concert will also include Beethoven's Coriolan Overture and Bruckner's Symphony No. 6. A free pre-concert talk with Cabrera will begin at 3pm.
Pittsburgh Symphony Presents MOZART: THE LAST THREE SYMPHONIES, 4/21-23
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Manfred Honeck are giving audiences the unique opportunity to “choose their Mozart” during the BNY Mellon Grand Classics “Mozart: The Last Three Symphonies” concerts on April 21-23 at Heinz Hall.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Manfred Honeck are giving audiences the unique opportunity to “choose their Mozart” during the BNY Mellon Grand Classics “Mozart: The Last Three Symphonies” concerts on April 21-23 at Heinz Hall.
BWW Blog: Why You Should Drop What You're Doing and Listen to Vivaldi's Spring from The Four Seasons
by Jaclyn Layman - April 05, 2017
A guide to active listening for pleasure.
by Jaclyn Layman - April 05, 2017
A guide to active listening for pleasure.
European Union Baroque Orchestra To Perform Last Concert Before Moving to Belgium Because of Brexit
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
The European Union Baroque Orchestra (EUBO), which is based in Oxfordshire since 1985, will give its last concert as a UK-based organization on May 19 at St John Smith's Square in London. Afterwards, they will relocate their headquarters to Antwerp, Belgium due to Brexit.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
The European Union Baroque Orchestra (EUBO), which is based in Oxfordshire since 1985, will give its last concert as a UK-based organization on May 19 at St John Smith's Square in London. Afterwards, they will relocate their headquarters to Antwerp, Belgium due to Brexit.
Nicola and Beatrice Bulgari and the Carnegie Hall Notables Host 13th Annual Notable Occasion
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
On Wednesday, May 24 at 7:00 p.m., Nicola and Beatrice Bulgari and the Carnegie Hall Notables—a membership and ticket program for music enthusiasts in their 20s and 30s—host the 13th Annual Notable Occasion. This private performance in Zankel Hall for Carnegie Hall Notables and special guests features the acclaimed Dover Quartet playing selections from Beethoven's 16 string quartets. After the exclusive concert, the Notables gather at Remi Restaurant for a cocktail reception. The 13th Annual Notable Occasion is generously underwritten by Nicola and Beatrice Bulgari.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
On Wednesday, May 24 at 7:00 p.m., Nicola and Beatrice Bulgari and the Carnegie Hall Notables—a membership and ticket program for music enthusiasts in their 20s and 30s—host the 13th Annual Notable Occasion. This private performance in Zankel Hall for Carnegie Hall Notables and special guests features the acclaimed Dover Quartet playing selections from Beethoven's 16 string quartets. After the exclusive concert, the Notables gather at Remi Restaurant for a cocktail reception. The 13th Annual Notable Occasion is generously underwritten by Nicola and Beatrice Bulgari.
Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra Presents May Chamber Concerts
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
Join the Ann Arbor Symphony at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor on Monday, May 1 at 1:30 pm. This hour-long concert features the unique four–voice cello choir from the studio of renown U-M cellist, Richard Aaron.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
Join the Ann Arbor Symphony at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor on Monday, May 1 at 1:30 pm. This hour-long concert features the unique four–voice cello choir from the studio of renown U-M cellist, Richard Aaron.
Montclair State University's PEAK PERFORMANCES 2017-18 Season Dedicated Only To Women
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
Peak Performances, the renowned series at Montclair State University that plays a key role in the global performing arts landscape by introducing major new stage productions and critical innovations in the development and presentation of contemporary theater, dance, performance art and music, is proud to announce that its 2017-18 season will consist entirely of new works by women.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
Peak Performances, the renowned series at Montclair State University that plays a key role in the global performing arts landscape by introducing major new stage productions and critical innovations in the development and presentation of contemporary theater, dance, performance art and music, is proud to announce that its 2017-18 season will consist entirely of new works by women.
Augustana Arts Presents Anima Chamber Ensemble: SONGS OF DARKNESS AND LIGHT, 4/22
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
On this special evening, we present the world premiere performance of two new pieces by Denver composer, Terry Schlenker. The performance will also feature works by Lauridsen, Rheinberger, Hennagin, Dove, Whitacre, Forrest, Sweelinck, and more. In addition, we will be joined by choirs from Dakota Ridge and Wheat Ridge High Schools.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
On this special evening, we present the world premiere performance of two new pieces by Denver composer, Terry Schlenker. The performance will also feature works by Lauridsen, Rheinberger, Hennagin, Dove, Whitacre, Forrest, Sweelinck, and more. In addition, we will be joined by choirs from Dakota Ridge and Wheat Ridge High Schools.
American Composers Orchestra Presents Reich's THE DESERT MUSIC, 4/30
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
American Composers Orchestra (ACO), under the leadership of Artistic Director Derek Bermel and Music Director George Manahan, continues its 40th Anniversary Season on Sunday, April 30, 2017 with a performance of Steve Reich's The Desert Music led by guest conductor Alan Pierson.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
American Composers Orchestra (ACO), under the leadership of Artistic Director Derek Bermel and Music Director George Manahan, continues its 40th Anniversary Season on Sunday, April 30, 2017 with a performance of Steve Reich's The Desert Music led by guest conductor Alan Pierson.
Carnegie Hall Announces 78 Young Musicians for NYO2 Summer Program
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
Carnegie Hall today announced the names of the 78 young musicians selected from across the country for the second season of NYO2, a three-week, intensive summer program for outstanding American instrumentalists ages 14–17. Launched in summer 2016 as an extension of Carnegie Hall's acclaimed National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA), NYO2 aims to expand the pool of young musicians across the country equipped with the tools to succeed at the highest level, with a particular focus on attracting talented students from communities underserved by and underrepresented in the classical orchestral field. Both NYO-USA and NYO2 are free to all participants and offer the promising, young musicians the unique opportunity to play alongside talented peers, learn from a world-class faculty, and perform with special guest artists on the stages of some of the world's most prestigious concert halls.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
Carnegie Hall today announced the names of the 78 young musicians selected from across the country for the second season of NYO2, a three-week, intensive summer program for outstanding American instrumentalists ages 14–17. Launched in summer 2016 as an extension of Carnegie Hall's acclaimed National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA), NYO2 aims to expand the pool of young musicians across the country equipped with the tools to succeed at the highest level, with a particular focus on attracting talented students from communities underserved by and underrepresented in the classical orchestral field. Both NYO-USA and NYO2 are free to all participants and offer the promising, young musicians the unique opportunity to play alongside talented peers, learn from a world-class faculty, and perform with special guest artists on the stages of some of the world's most prestigious concert halls.
THE TROJAN WOMEN to be Performed by String Orchestra of New York City, 4/24
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
On Monday, April 24, 2017 at 7:30pm, composer Lisa Bielawa's The Trojan Women will be performed by the conductor-less chamber orchestra String Orchestra of New York City (SONYC) as part of Victoria Bond's Cutting Edge Concerts New Music Festival at Symphony Space in Leonard Nimoy Thalia hall. In addition to Bielawa's piece, the concert will also include SONYC performing Victoria Bond's Frescoes and Ash, plus Taka Kigawa performing works by Richard Carrick, Sean Sheppard, and Zosha Di Castri.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
On Monday, April 24, 2017 at 7:30pm, composer Lisa Bielawa's The Trojan Women will be performed by the conductor-less chamber orchestra String Orchestra of New York City (SONYC) as part of Victoria Bond's Cutting Edge Concerts New Music Festival at Symphony Space in Leonard Nimoy Thalia hall. In addition to Bielawa's piece, the concert will also include SONYC performing Victoria Bond's Frescoes and Ash, plus Taka Kigawa performing works by Richard Carrick, Sean Sheppard, and Zosha Di Castri.
Noah Bendix-Balgley Joins the Annapolis Symphony for Masterworks Concert, 5/5-6
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
The Berlin Philharmonic's 1st Concertmaster, Noah Bendix-Balgley joins the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra for their Masterworks concert, “Myths, Tzars and Musical Giants,” at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts on Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 8pm. Music Director José-Luis Novo will conduct the orchestra and Mr. Bendix-Balgley in Johannes Brahms' Concerto for Violin. The concert will also include Christopher Willibald Gluck's Dance of the Furies from Orfeo and Euridice, Modest Mussorgsky's Introduction and Polonaise from Boris Godunov, and SergeiProkofiev's, Symphony No. 7.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
The Berlin Philharmonic's 1st Concertmaster, Noah Bendix-Balgley joins the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra for their Masterworks concert, “Myths, Tzars and Musical Giants,” at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts on Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 8pm. Music Director José-Luis Novo will conduct the orchestra and Mr. Bendix-Balgley in Johannes Brahms' Concerto for Violin. The concert will also include Christopher Willibald Gluck's Dance of the Furies from Orfeo and Euridice, Modest Mussorgsky's Introduction and Polonaise from Boris Godunov, and SergeiProkofiev's, Symphony No. 7.
Photo Flash: First Look at NY Philharmonic Performing in London for EUROPE/SPRING 2017 TOUR
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
The New York Philharmonic returned to London, its every-other-year home and the seventh stop on the EUROPE / SPRING 2017 tour. There, the Orchestra performed adventurous concerts as part of its third residency at the Barbican Centre under the auspices of its International Associates initiative. Highlights included Yo-Yo Ma in Composer-in-Residence Esa-Pekka Salonen's new Cello Concerto, John Adams with the New York Philharmonic String Quartet, and the first-ever Very Young People's Concert abroad.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
The New York Philharmonic returned to London, its every-other-year home and the seventh stop on the EUROPE / SPRING 2017 tour. There, the Orchestra performed adventurous concerts as part of its third residency at the Barbican Centre under the auspices of its International Associates initiative. Highlights included Yo-Yo Ma in Composer-in-Residence Esa-Pekka Salonen's new Cello Concerto, John Adams with the New York Philharmonic String Quartet, and the first-ever Very Young People's Concert abroad.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art Presents Chiara String Quartet, 5/11
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2017
The Metropolitan Museum of Art presents the Chiara String Quartet in an encore performance on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at 7pm in the Grace Rainey Rogers Auditorium (1000 Fifth Ave) following their lauded 2015-2016 season MetLiveArts residency. The concert will include the New York premiere of Rome Prize-winner Pierre Jalbert's Canticle String Quartet No. 6 and Brahms' Clarinet Quintet with clarinetist Todd Palmer.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2017
The Metropolitan Museum of Art presents the Chiara String Quartet in an encore performance on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at 7pm in the Grace Rainey Rogers Auditorium (1000 Fifth Ave) following their lauded 2015-2016 season MetLiveArts residency. The concert will include the New York premiere of Rome Prize-winner Pierre Jalbert's Canticle String Quartet No. 6 and Brahms' Clarinet Quintet with clarinetist Todd Palmer.
York Symphony Orchestra Announces 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2017
The York Symphony Orchestra is proud to announce the 2017-2018 season, World Tour: A Musical Voyage Around the Globe, featuring some of the most recognizable classical music compositions from Ireland, Austria, Cuba, Mexico, Russia and the United States. World Tour will treat audiences to eleven performances including six Classical Series programs, four Pops Series programs and the annual Young Person's Concert.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2017
The York Symphony Orchestra is proud to announce the 2017-2018 season, World Tour: A Musical Voyage Around the Globe, featuring some of the most recognizable classical music compositions from Ireland, Austria, Cuba, Mexico, Russia and the United States. World Tour will treat audiences to eleven performances including six Classical Series programs, four Pops Series programs and the annual Young Person's Concert.
BWW Feature: Jordan Rudess: What's On Your IPod?
by Peter Danish - April 03, 2017
Keyboard Wizard Jordan Rudess returns to his classical roots. We ask him what he's currently listening to.
by Peter Danish - April 03, 2017
Keyboard Wizard Jordan Rudess returns to his classical roots. We ask him what he's currently listening to.
Hoff Barthelson Artist Recital With Delana Thomsen And Elena Belli Rescheduled For June 17
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2017
Duo pianists Elena Belli and Delana Thomsen perform “Suite Songs,” a program of works for two pianos by Franz Liszt and Dmitri Shostakovich on Hoff-Barthelson Music School's HB Artist Recital Series on Saturday, June 17, 2017, at 1:30 pm at the School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2017
Duo pianists Elena Belli and Delana Thomsen perform “Suite Songs,” a program of works for two pianos by Franz Liszt and Dmitri Shostakovich on Hoff-Barthelson Music School's HB Artist Recital Series on Saturday, June 17, 2017, at 1:30 pm at the School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale.
New Philharmonic Completes 2016-17 Season With ENCORE! At the MAC, 4/8-9
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2017
New Philharmonic, under the baton of Maestro Kirk Muspratt, completes its 2016-2017 season at the McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., with “Encore!” featuring CSO Assistant Concert Master and Guest Violinist David Taylor Saturday, April 8, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 9, 3 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2017
New Philharmonic, under the baton of Maestro Kirk Muspratt, completes its 2016-2017 season at the McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., with “Encore!” featuring CSO Assistant Concert Master and Guest Violinist David Taylor Saturday, April 8, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 9, 3 p.m.
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival Announces Concert Season Lineup, 8/1-25
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2017
The Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF), celebrating 38 years as Cape Cod's premiere presenter of summer chamber music, announces its 2017 summer season, presenting 12 compelling concerts from August 1 through 25 at 7:30 pm at locations throughout the region.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2017
The Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF), celebrating 38 years as Cape Cod's premiere presenter of summer chamber music, announces its 2017 summer season, presenting 12 compelling concerts from August 1 through 25 at 7:30 pm at locations throughout the region.
MoMA Modern Jazz Social To Transform Museum Into Jazz Club, 4/27
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2017
The Museum of Modern Art's Modern Jazz Social, a benefit and live music performance, will turn the Donald B. and Catherine C. Marron Atrium into a jazz club featuring performances by Jon Batiste and ELEW on April 27. An after-party, featuring a performance by MeLo-X, will run from 9:30 p.m. to midnight in the Agnes Gund Garden Lobby.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2017
The Museum of Modern Art's Modern Jazz Social, a benefit and live music performance, will turn the Donald B. and Catherine C. Marron Atrium into a jazz club featuring performances by Jon Batiste and ELEW on April 27. An after-party, featuring a performance by MeLo-X, will run from 9:30 p.m. to midnight in the Agnes Gund Garden Lobby.
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