Geoffrey Norris of The Telegraph just reviewed a new recording of piano works performed by David Greilsammer. The concept for the album was a set of works that were connected, but led the composers in different paths. Included were Alexandre Tansman’s Second Piano...
In what was reportedly a “controversial” decision, Russian born Yulianna Avdeyeva has become the first woman in 45 years to win the Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw, Poland. The competition, which is held every five years, is for young pianists and is reportedly one...
Allan Kozinn’s recent New York Times article stated that, If you want to understand the ways that a modern orchestra must be all things to all people if it hopes to maintain a devoted audience, look at the New York Philharmonic’s schedule for the week just ended. Yes,...
In celebration of their fortieth year, the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra established Project 440 to commission four separate works from four contemporary composers. Working together with WQXR 105.9 FM in New York they invited listeners to become an active part of the...
No one can deny that significant changes are afoot when it comes to the performance and reception of western classical music. Though I in no way believe that classical music is dying, I believe that it is important to acknowledge that for classical music to thrive in...
