Monday , June 29 2026

Classical

Concert Review: Leonard Slatkin Conducts the New York Philharmonic in Shostakovich’s 5th Symphony, NY Premiere of Corigliano’s Saxophone Concerto ‘Triathlon’

Leonard Slatkin conducts the New York Philharmonic, March 2025

Having recently marked his 80th birthday, Maestro Slatkin looked as fit and energized as ever conducting Corigliano, Shostakovich and McTee.

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Concert Review: Orpheus Chamber Orchestra Delivers NY Premiere of Klezmer Concerto by Noah Bendix-Balgley

Orpheus Chamber Orchestra and Noah Bendix-Balgley

Klezmer music inspired a dazzling three-movement work by Noah Bendix-Balgley, who takes the tradition to new ground. The program also included dances famously reimagined by Bartók and Brahms.

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Concert Review (NYC): Marin Alsop and the New York Philharmonic Premiere Nico Muhly Violin Concerto

Marin Alsop and the New York Philharmonic, March 2025

Nico Muhly's new Violin Concerto struck a sweet balance between experimental and accessible in a performance featuring violinist Renaud Capuçon.

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Documentary Review: ‘Fanny: The Other Mendelssohn’ – Rescuing Fanny Mendelssohn and Her Music from Undeserved Obscurity

Fanny: The Other Mendelssohn DVD/Blu-ray cover

The life of Fanny Mendelssohn, Felix's older sister and an important composer in her own right, springs into color in a recent documentary.

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