The New York Times – Music:
After a major renovation, the acoustics throughout David Geffen Hall are strikingly consistent — but complicated.
Category: van Zweden, Jaap
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After Decades, the Philharmonic’s Hall Sounds and Feels More Intimate
The New York Times – Music:
Judgments on the hall’s acoustics at this early stage are provisional, but a mighty improvement is already obvious.
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David Geffen Hall Reopens, Hoping Its $550 Million Renovation Worked
The New York Times – Music:
The New York Philharmonic’s Lincoln Center home was gutted and rebuilt to try to fix the acoustic woes that have long plagued it. To inaugurate the hall, officials are using a new playbook.
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After New York, Jaap van Zweden Will Lead Seoul Philharmonic
The New York Times – Music:
He will begin a five-year contract as music director of the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra in 2024, after stepping down from the New York Philharmonic.
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New York Philharmonic Agrees to Restore Pay for Musicians
The New York Times – Music:
After a stronger-than-expected season, the orchestra said it would reverse pay cuts imposed at the height of the pandemic.
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Two Gems of June: Premieres at Carnegie Hall and Harlem School of the Arts
The New York Times – Music:
The festival circuit may be getting underway but the city offers fine fare with programs of work by Sarah Kirkland Snider and Adegoke Steve Colson.
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Review: Beatrice Rana Plays Tchaikovsky at Human Scale
The New York Times – Music:
The pianist made her New York Philharmonic debut with the composer’s Piano Concerto No. 1, on a program with Shostakovich.
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Review: Igor Levit Arrives at the New York Philharmonic
The New York Times – Music:
Levit, one of the world’s eminent pianists, appeared with the orchestra at Carnegie Hall eight years after making his New York debut.
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Review: Nico Muhly’s Moody Concerto for Two Pianos
The New York Times – Music:
In its American debut with the New York Philharmonic, “In Certain Circles,” featuring Katia and Marielle Labèque, had a freedom born from confidence.