Jazz, however, requires more freedom than Gustavo Dudamel is willing to grant in this performance at the Bowl.
As he prepares to leave L.A. for New York, the star conductor demonstrates his ability to grow.
Stellar performances by the young cast help make this production of Benjamin Britten’s chamber opera work.
Composer Jessie Montgomery’s yearning, pandemic-influenced work occupies a vast orchestral canvas.
This year’s concert has all stars at every stand and includes guest vocalist Clairdee and saxophonist Ken Peplowski.
The first public performance of this year’s class of Merola Opera Program singers showcases some major talent.
With Julia Bullock as soloist, the concert scored points with songs by Margaret Bonds and an ambitious work by Reena Esmail.
Two exceptional singers, Piotr Beczala and Christian Gerhaher, provide thrills, and Mahler’s bold harmony and poetic vocal lines come to the fore.
Igor Levit’s performance of Ferruccio Busoni’s Piano Concerto is a radical and refreshing experience.
The Chicago Symphony may never be able to replace this “grand master of the baton,” as Muti’s interpretation of Beethoven’s Missa solemnis shows.
