The New York Times – Music:
Thomas Adès led the New York Philharmonic in an expanded version of his “America: A Prophecy” that strikes notes of caution and consolation.
Category: New York Philharmonic
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Bristow: A Founding Father of the American Symphony
The New York Times – Music:
George Frederick Bristow, born 200 years ago this month, struggled to find American champions of his music as orchestras favored European tradition.
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Music to Mourn Ukraine in World War II Returns With Fresh Urgency
The New York Times – Music:
Thomas de Hartmann’s Violin Concerto was long neglected but is now being championed by Joshua Bell, while Ukraine is once again under attack.
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Jaap van Zweden Returns After Leaving New York Philharmonic
The New York Times – Music:
Jaap van Zweden left the New York Philharmonic in 2024. Now he’s returning to the city with his new orchestra at Carnegie Hall.
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Did a Single Generation Ruin Modern Music for Everyone Else?
The New York Times – Music:
The avant-garde works that emerged from World War II continue to influence how audiences view contemporary music decades later.
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Review: Gustavo Dudamel Gives a Glimpse of New York’s Future
The New York Times – Music:
The superstar conductor opened the New York Philharmonic’s season, with his signature thrills that make a traditional concert format seem exceptional.