Media

Sometimes artists make their most daring leaps using recorded media. Our expert staff collects and selects the most interesting recordings, books, movies, and videos to review here, helping you keep track of the music scene from the comfort of your home.

Jason Victor Serinus - May 11, 2020

Tom Cipullo and David Mason’s chamber opera celebrates the life and stark poetry of Holocaust victim Miklós Radnóti.

Jeff Kaliss - May 5, 2020

A trio of Norah Jones, Sasha Dobson, and Christine Popper write originals in a different key from what you expect.

Lou Fancher - May 4, 2020

The former dancer’s harrowing memoir traces her journey from a promising career on the boards toward great self-fulfillment.

Richard S. Ginell - May 2, 2020

The composer’s timely, poignant work is lovingly rendered by the Oregon Symphony and guests.

Peter Feher - April 28, 2020

The new-music organization finds a novel way to connect with its audience.

Richard S. Ginell - April 24, 2020

The composer’s latest is a choral memoir of life in a Soho loft.

Andrew Gilbert - April 23, 2020

A veteran of Oakland’s black music scene tackles pandemic issues in a remarkable new album created in quarantine.

Victoria Looseleaf - April 17, 2020

The London Symphony Orchestra and Heath Quartet provide supple support on a new CD from Decca.

Steven Winn - April 17, 2020

The latest disc features intriguing cello concertos by Antonin Reicha and Bernhard Romberg, plus sprightly dances from Josef von Eybler.

Richard S. Ginell - April 13, 2020

Spooky twilight music dominates the fearless keyboard wizard’s latest release.