Houston Symphony Pays Tribute to John Williams With STAR WARS Concerts This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2016
The Houston Symphony will give a respectful nod to film composer John Williams with its first concert of 2016, 'Star Wars and More: A Tribute to John Williams,' at 8 p.m. this weekend, January 8 and 9 and 7:30 p.m. on January 10.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2016
The Houston Symphony will give a respectful nod to film composer John Williams with its first concert of 2016, 'Star Wars and More: A Tribute to John Williams,' at 8 p.m. this weekend, January 8 and 9 and 7:30 p.m. on January 10.
Music Director Thierry Fischer Leads Utah Symphony in Mahler's Symphony No. 7 This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2016
Maestro Thierry Fischer leads the Utah Symphony during a performance featuring the music of Austrian composers Mozart and Mahler this weekend, January 8-9 at 7:30 PM at Abravanel Hall. The concert will not only feature famous masterpieces from two great composers, but also shine a light on the modern violin talent Augustin Hadelich.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2016
Maestro Thierry Fischer leads the Utah Symphony during a performance featuring the music of Austrian composers Mozart and Mahler this weekend, January 8-9 at 7:30 PM at Abravanel Hall. The concert will not only feature famous masterpieces from two great composers, but also shine a light on the modern violin talent Augustin Hadelich.
Mercury to Meld Tango and Bach in 1/16 Concert
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2016
Artistic Director Antoine Plante and Mercury create a multimedia concert experience that combines the seductive tango with the perfection of J.S. Bach on January 16 at 8 PM at the Wortham Center's Cullen Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2016
Artistic Director Antoine Plante and Mercury create a multimedia concert experience that combines the seductive tango with the perfection of J.S. Bach on January 16 at 8 PM at the Wortham Center's Cullen Theatre.
Segerstrom Center to Welcome Back the St. Lawrence String Quartet This Spring
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2016
The St. Lawrence String Quartet returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts on Friday, April 8 at 8 p.m. in Samueli Theater.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2016
The St. Lawrence String Quartet returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts on Friday, April 8 at 8 p.m. in Samueli Theater.
Violinist Cho-Liang Lin Performs Concert with Pacific Symphony Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2016
Lauded the world over for his eloquent playing and superb musicianship, Taiwanese-American violinist Cho-Liang Lin joins Pacific Symphony to kick off the New Year by serving as both conductor and featured soloist for a superb program that includes both Mozart's brilliantly figured Violin Concerto No. 4 and his grand and festive 'Haffner' Symphony, considered one of his great symphonic achievements.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2016
Lauded the world over for his eloquent playing and superb musicianship, Taiwanese-American violinist Cho-Liang Lin joins Pacific Symphony to kick off the New Year by serving as both conductor and featured soloist for a superb program that includes both Mozart's brilliantly figured Violin Concerto No. 4 and his grand and festive 'Haffner' Symphony, considered one of his great symphonic achievements.
A2SO to Host MOZART BIRTHDAY BASH, 1/16
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2016
Mozart Birthday Bash Saturday, January 16 8:00 p.m. Michigan Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2016
Mozart Birthday Bash Saturday, January 16 8:00 p.m. Michigan Theater
Violinist Rachel Barton Pine to Teach Students From ROSIE'S HOUSE: A MUSIC ACADEMY FOR CHILDREN, 1/16
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2016
Three students from Rosie's House: A Music Academy for Children have been selected for a special Master Class to be taught by concert violinist Rachel Barton Pine during the upcoming Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) exhibition Stradivarius: Origins and Legacy of the Greatest Violin Maker on Saturday, Jan. 16.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2016
Three students from Rosie's House: A Music Academy for Children have been selected for a special Master Class to be taught by concert violinist Rachel Barton Pine during the upcoming Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) exhibition Stradivarius: Origins and Legacy of the Greatest Violin Maker on Saturday, Jan. 16.
Apollo's Fire to Perform SEPHARDIC JOURNEY, 2/4
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2016
Back by popular demand - Apollo's Fire reprises its latest creative crossover program by Artistic Director Jeannette Sorrell, in collaboration with guest co-director Nell Snaidas. “Sephardic Journey: Wanderings of the Spanish Jews” premiered in five sold-out concerts in February 2014. The program will be performed during February 4-7 at several venues, including an important debut at the new Maltz Performing Arts Center of Case Western Reserve University. The performances will coincide with a highly anticipated release of the program on CD, for British record label AVIE.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2016
Back by popular demand - Apollo's Fire reprises its latest creative crossover program by Artistic Director Jeannette Sorrell, in collaboration with guest co-director Nell Snaidas. “Sephardic Journey: Wanderings of the Spanish Jews” premiered in five sold-out concerts in February 2014. The program will be performed during February 4-7 at several venues, including an important debut at the new Maltz Performing Arts Center of Case Western Reserve University. The performances will coincide with a highly anticipated release of the program on CD, for British record label AVIE.
BMOP/Sound Releases Two New Albums, CHINARY UNG; & MASON BATES
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2016
Boston, MA (For Release 1.5.16) — Known as the nation's foremost label launched by an orchestra and devoted exclusively to new music, BMOP/sound today announced the release of two new albums: Chinary Ung: Singing Inside Aura, featuring soloist Susan Ung on viola and voice, and Mason Bates: Mothership, featuring five eclectic works for acoustic orchestra and orchestra integrated with electronics. Celebrating its recent 2016 Musical America Ensemble of the Year award, the Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) under conductor Gil Rose maintains its trademark skill and insight in interpreting and performing the music of today's most innovative composers.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2016
Boston, MA (For Release 1.5.16) — Known as the nation's foremost label launched by an orchestra and devoted exclusively to new music, BMOP/sound today announced the release of two new albums: Chinary Ung: Singing Inside Aura, featuring soloist Susan Ung on viola and voice, and Mason Bates: Mothership, featuring five eclectic works for acoustic orchestra and orchestra integrated with electronics. Celebrating its recent 2016 Musical America Ensemble of the Year award, the Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) under conductor Gil Rose maintains its trademark skill and insight in interpreting and performing the music of today's most innovative composers.
Houston Symphony to Offer FREE Concert with Houston Baptist University, 1/15
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2016
HOUSTON (January 5, 2015) – Widely acclaimed young conductor, composer and pianist Teddy Abrams will lead the Houston Symphony in a free community concert at the Dunham Theater in Houston Baptist University's Morris Cultural Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, January 15.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2016
HOUSTON (January 5, 2015) – Widely acclaimed young conductor, composer and pianist Teddy Abrams will lead the Houston Symphony in a free community concert at the Dunham Theater in Houston Baptist University's Morris Cultural Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, January 15.
Violinist Midori to Join IRIS Orchestra, 1/23
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2016
Beloved and brilliant violinist Midori will be joining IRIS Orchestra, under the baton of Michael Stern, on stage at GPAC January 23 and at the new Sunday matinee onJanuary 24, sponsored by Pinnacle Financial Partners. A violin powerhouse since her teenage years, Midori reunites with Michael Stern and IRIS to perform Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto. IRIS will also be performing Georges Bizet's Symphony in C and American composer, Elliot Carter's Symphony No. 1.
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2016
Beloved and brilliant violinist Midori will be joining IRIS Orchestra, under the baton of Michael Stern, on stage at GPAC January 23 and at the new Sunday matinee onJanuary 24, sponsored by Pinnacle Financial Partners. A violin powerhouse since her teenage years, Midori reunites with Michael Stern and IRIS to perform Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto. IRIS will also be performing Georges Bizet's Symphony in C and American composer, Elliot Carter's Symphony No. 1.
BWW Review: ON SONDHEIM: An Opinionated Guide
by Christina Pandolfi - January 05, 2016
As a self-proclaimed Broadway and theatre aficionado, I certainly thought I had a solid working knowledge of Stephen Sondheim. His music and lyrics have spanned a generation and impacted the world with innate complexity and thoughtfulness. In particular, Gypsy has had a tremendous personal impact on my life - as a young dancer, trying to achieve success and now as a writer, finding such delicious harmony in the words. In the seminal love song between Rose and Herbie, "You'll never get away from me, you can climb the tallest tree, I'll be there somehow." Beautiful, sweet, precisely perfect.
by Christina Pandolfi - January 05, 2016
As a self-proclaimed Broadway and theatre aficionado, I certainly thought I had a solid working knowledge of Stephen Sondheim. His music and lyrics have spanned a generation and impacted the world with innate complexity and thoughtfulness. In particular, Gypsy has had a tremendous personal impact on my life - as a young dancer, trying to achieve success and now as a writer, finding such delicious harmony in the words. In the seminal love song between Rose and Herbie, "You'll never get away from me, you can climb the tallest tree, I'll be there somehow." Beautiful, sweet, precisely perfect.
York Symphony Orchestra Welcomes New General Manager
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2016
The York Symphony Orchestra (YSO) Board of Directors has appointed Michael S. Reichman as General Manager, effective Jan. 4, 2016. The move marks the second significant leadership appointment in the past year by the local arts organization, which welcomed Music Director and Conductor Lawrence M. Golan in September 2014.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2016
The York Symphony Orchestra (YSO) Board of Directors has appointed Michael S. Reichman as General Manager, effective Jan. 4, 2016. The move marks the second significant leadership appointment in the past year by the local arts organization, which welcomed Music Director and Conductor Lawrence M. Golan in September 2014.
Leading Soloists to Join LA Master Chorale for Verdi's REQUIEM, 1/30-31
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2016
The Los Angeles Master Chorale, led by Artistic Director Grant Gershon, presents two performances of Verdi's towering Requiem, a work National Public Radio calls a "thrilling opera in disguise," with acclaimed guest soloists Amber Wagner, soprano, Michelle DeYoung, mezzo soprano, Issachah Savage, tenor, and Morris Robinson, bass, on Saturday, January 30, 2 pm, and Sunday, January 31, 2016, 7 pm, at Walt Disney Concert Hall. A stunningly theatrical staple of the choral repertoire, Verdi's work is a tumultuous, tortured, terrifying spectacle that has thrilled audiences since its debut in 1874.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2016
The Los Angeles Master Chorale, led by Artistic Director Grant Gershon, presents two performances of Verdi's towering Requiem, a work National Public Radio calls a "thrilling opera in disguise," with acclaimed guest soloists Amber Wagner, soprano, Michelle DeYoung, mezzo soprano, Issachah Savage, tenor, and Morris Robinson, bass, on Saturday, January 30, 2 pm, and Sunday, January 31, 2016, 7 pm, at Walt Disney Concert Hall. A stunningly theatrical staple of the choral repertoire, Verdi's work is a tumultuous, tortured, terrifying spectacle that has thrilled audiences since its debut in 1874.
BMOP to Perform Six Reimagined 'New Brandenburgs' Concertos, 1/22
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2016
Having just accepted the 2016 Musical America Ensemble of the Year award, the Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) continues its 20th anniversary season with a one-night-only concert celebrating Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. BMOP will perform the "New Brandenburgs," six works commissioned as companion pieces to Bach's six original Brandenburg Concertos as a result of a four-year project by the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. The program includes the Boston premieres of Brandenburg Gate (inspired by Brandenburg No. 2) by Paul Moravec, Muse (inspired by Brandenburg No. 3) by Christopher Theofanidis, Little Moonhead (inspired by Brandenburg No. 4) by Melinda Wagner, Sea Orpheus (inspired by Brandenburg No. 5) by Peter Maxwell Davies, and Concerto with Echoes (inspired by Brandenburg No. 6) by Aaron Jay Kernis, as well as a performance of A Brandenburg Autumn (inspired by Brandenburg No. 1) by Stephen Hartke.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2016
Having just accepted the 2016 Musical America Ensemble of the Year award, the Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) continues its 20th anniversary season with a one-night-only concert celebrating Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. BMOP will perform the "New Brandenburgs," six works commissioned as companion pieces to Bach's six original Brandenburg Concertos as a result of a four-year project by the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. The program includes the Boston premieres of Brandenburg Gate (inspired by Brandenburg No. 2) by Paul Moravec, Muse (inspired by Brandenburg No. 3) by Christopher Theofanidis, Little Moonhead (inspired by Brandenburg No. 4) by Melinda Wagner, Sea Orpheus (inspired by Brandenburg No. 5) by Peter Maxwell Davies, and Concerto with Echoes (inspired by Brandenburg No. 6) by Aaron Jay Kernis, as well as a performance of A Brandenburg Autumn (inspired by Brandenburg No. 1) by Stephen Hartke.
The Utah Symphony to Pay Homage to Vienna and More in New Year's Celebration Concert, Today
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2016
Music Director Thierry Fischer leads the Utah Symphony in the New Year's Celebration concert today, January 2 at 7 PM in Abravanel Hall. Kick-off 2016 beautifully with traditional Strauss waltzes, polkas, and other Old World dance hall favorites as the orchestra pays homage to the Vienna Philharmonic's enduring New Year's Day concert.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2016
Music Director Thierry Fischer leads the Utah Symphony in the New Year's Celebration concert today, January 2 at 7 PM in Abravanel Hall. Kick-off 2016 beautifully with traditional Strauss waltzes, polkas, and other Old World dance hall favorites as the orchestra pays homage to the Vienna Philharmonic's enduring New Year's Day concert.
Houston Symphony Pays Tribute to John Williams With 'Star Wars' Concert, 1/8
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2015
The Houston Symphony will give a respectful nod to film composer John Williams with its first concert of 2016, "Star Wars and More: A Tribute to John Williams," at 8 p.m.on January 8 and 9 and 7:30 p.m. on January 10. Known for composing some of the most recognizable soundtracks in cinematic history, Williams' iconic music from the Star Wars and Harry Potter franchises, as well as Steven Spielberg classics Jurassic Park, Jaws and E.T., will be brought to life in live orchestral performance.
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2015
The Houston Symphony will give a respectful nod to film composer John Williams with its first concert of 2016, "Star Wars and More: A Tribute to John Williams," at 8 p.m.on January 8 and 9 and 7:30 p.m. on January 10. Known for composing some of the most recognizable soundtracks in cinematic history, Williams' iconic music from the Star Wars and Harry Potter franchises, as well as Steven Spielberg classics Jurassic Park, Jaws and E.T., will be brought to life in live orchestral performance.
Violin Virtuoso Itzhak Perlman to Perform at the Grand, 2/27
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2015
The Grand 1894 Opera House presents Itzhak Perlman, Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 8 pm.
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2015
The Grand 1894 Opera House presents Itzhak Perlman, Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 8 pm.
2015 American Prize Awarded to Houston Chamber Choir
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2015
Confirming its role as one of the country's leading ensembles, Houston Chamber Choir wins The American Prize in Choral Performance, 2015.
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2015
Confirming its role as one of the country's leading ensembles, Houston Chamber Choir wins The American Prize in Choral Performance, 2015.
Canton Symphony Orchestra to Perform THE EARTH – AN HD ODYSSEY, 1/23/16
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2015
CANTON, OHIO (December 29, 2015) – The Canton Symphony Orchestra (CSO) will present The Earth – an HD Odyssey on January 23, 2016 at 8:00pmin Umstattd Performing Arts Hall. The program, commissioned in 2012 by the Houston Symphony, is the sequel to The Planets – an HD Odyssey which the CSO performed in 2014.
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2015
CANTON, OHIO (December 29, 2015) – The Canton Symphony Orchestra (CSO) will present The Earth – an HD Odyssey on January 23, 2016 at 8:00pmin Umstattd Performing Arts Hall. The program, commissioned in 2012 by the Houston Symphony, is the sequel to The Planets – an HD Odyssey which the CSO performed in 2014.
A2SO Wants YOU to Donate to Their Program
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2015
Beyond the formal mainstage concerts, Maestro Lipsky coaches high school students and leads chamber music concerts in senior centers. He leads the orchestra in family and youth concerts. The orchestra members present Instrument Petting Zoos at area schools and farmers markets. They introduce toddlers to music at KinderConcerts in district libraries. We wish to serve over 80,000 southeast Michiganders in 2015-16. Please consider making your gift before December 31, 2015.
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2015
Beyond the formal mainstage concerts, Maestro Lipsky coaches high school students and leads chamber music concerts in senior centers. He leads the orchestra in family and youth concerts. The orchestra members present Instrument Petting Zoos at area schools and farmers markets. They introduce toddlers to music at KinderConcerts in district libraries. We wish to serve over 80,000 southeast Michiganders in 2015-16. Please consider making your gift before December 31, 2015.
Kurt Masur, Music Director Emeritus of New York Philharmonic, Dies at 88
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2015
Kurt Masur, German conductor who served as music director of the New York Philharmonic, has died at the age of 88 from complications of Parkinson's disease.
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2015
Kurt Masur, German conductor who served as music director of the New York Philharmonic, has died at the age of 88 from complications of Parkinson's disease.
Classical Pianist Katya Grineva to Perform Holiday Concert at Carnegie Hall, Today
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2015
Celebrating her 15th solo appearance at Carnegie Hall, classical pianist Katya Grineva presents an evening of holiday music and virtuoso romantic masterpieces for one night only, Today, December 26th at 8:00 p.m. The Russian native, whose dream it was to one day play at the iconic venue, is the first woman to perform as a soloist at Carnegie this many times. Known for her deep connetion to the Romantics, Katya mixes staples by Mozart and Chopin with various seasonal chestnuts. Performing works from her latest album A Classical Holiday, Katya showcases new arrangements of Christmas classics including Silent Night, Sleigh Ride, and My Favorite Things as well as traditional carols and pieces from The Nutcracker. (See below for complete program.)
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2015
Celebrating her 15th solo appearance at Carnegie Hall, classical pianist Katya Grineva presents an evening of holiday music and virtuoso romantic masterpieces for one night only, Today, December 26th at 8:00 p.m. The Russian native, whose dream it was to one day play at the iconic venue, is the first woman to perform as a soloist at Carnegie this many times. Known for her deep connetion to the Romantics, Katya mixes staples by Mozart and Chopin with various seasonal chestnuts. Performing works from her latest album A Classical Holiday, Katya showcases new arrangements of Christmas classics including Silent Night, Sleigh Ride, and My Favorite Things as well as traditional carols and pieces from The Nutcracker. (See below for complete program.)
Daniel Harding Leads Emanuel Ax and the LA Phil in Three Performances at Walt Disney Concert Hall
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2015
Pianist Emanuel Ax joins the LA Phil in three performances led by conductor Daniel Harding at Walt Disney Concert Hall, Friday and Saturday, January 8 and 9, at 8 pm, and Sunday, January 10, at 2 pm. The concerts mark Ax's 40th anniversary performing with the LA Phil, making him one of the longest-term collaborators with the orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2015
Pianist Emanuel Ax joins the LA Phil in three performances led by conductor Daniel Harding at Walt Disney Concert Hall, Friday and Saturday, January 8 and 9, at 8 pm, and Sunday, January 10, at 2 pm. The concerts mark Ax's 40th anniversary performing with the LA Phil, making him one of the longest-term collaborators with the orchestra.
Richmond Symphony to Kick Off Rush Hour Series with New Concert, 1/14/16
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2015
December 23, 2015 – Richmond, Virginia The Richmond Symphony continues the popular Rush Hour Series at its new location, Hardywood Park Craft Brewery on Thursday, January 14, 2016 with a concert titled: Urban Sprawl. Grab a beer, hit the food trucks and enjoy great selections from Ives, Tchaikovsky, Needham and Haydn with a concert featuring Richmond Symphony's Principal Cellist, Neal Cary. This informal concert evening will be led by Music Director, Steven Smith and begins at 6:30pm in Hardywood's Tasting Room.
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2015
December 23, 2015 – Richmond, Virginia The Richmond Symphony continues the popular Rush Hour Series at its new location, Hardywood Park Craft Brewery on Thursday, January 14, 2016 with a concert titled: Urban Sprawl. Grab a beer, hit the food trucks and enjoy great selections from Ives, Tchaikovsky, Needham and Haydn with a concert featuring Richmond Symphony's Principal Cellist, Neal Cary. This informal concert evening will be led by Music Director, Steven Smith and begins at 6:30pm in Hardywood's Tasting Room.
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