The New York Times – Music:
After giving his last public concert in 1977, he moved into teaching. A 2014 documentary directed by Ethan Hawke put him in the spotlight once more.
Category: Classical Music
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Sofiane Pamart Emerged From France’s Rap Scene. Now, He’s Setting the Piano World on Fire.
The New York Times – Music:
Sofiane Pamart is on a mission to make his instrument as popular, and spectacular, as possible.
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Gveirr Tveitt’s Music Captured Norway’s Colors. His Life Reflected Its Shadows.
The New York Times – Music:
Geirr Tveitt’s reputation was tarnished by his nationalist politics. But a new generation of musicians is bringing this composer’s music to an international audience.
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Review: Yunchan Lim Warms Up for Graduation at Carnegie Hall
The New York Times – Music:
This 22-year-old superstar pianist, who is still a student, tested out his graduation recital in New York before taking it to school in Boston.
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6 Podcasts About Classical Music
The New York Times – Music:
These shows demystify a genre unfairly perceived as archaic and stuffy with expert analysis, musical selections and pure fun.
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Michael Harrison, 67, Dies; Composer (and Inventor) Played With Tuning
The New York Times – Music:
Influenced by Indian raga and nontraditional tuning systems, he created hypnotic works with a spiritual bent and created an unconventional piano.
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Ruth Slenczynska, 101, Dies; Piano Prodigy Overcame Father’s Abuse
The New York Times – Music:
Treated brutally, she went from celebrated child star to 15-year-old “burned-out candle.” Against the odds, she later resumed performing.
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Michael Tilson Thomas, Celebrated American Conductor, Dies at 81
The New York Times – Music:
A galvanizing force in classical music as a conductor, composer, pianist and evangelist, he spent 25 years as music director of the San Francisco Symphony.