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Atlanta Symphony and Chamber Chorus bring Bach and Handel to life at Hodgson...
Mackenzie’s leadership honors Shaw’s legacy in ‘Magnificat’ and ‘Messiah’ CONCERT REVIEW: Atlanta Symphony Orchestra & Chamber Chorus December 21, 2024 Hodgson Concert Hall, UGA Performing Arts...
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A year of excellence: Houston’s classical music scene shines in 2024
Lawrence Wheeler | 30 DEC 2024 Houston’s classical music scene is a dynamic tapestry of artistry, innovation, and excellence, making it a cultural hub that rivals any major city. From celebrated...
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“Auld Lang Syne”: A timeless anthem for new beginnings
Mark Gresham | 31 DEC 2024 As the clock ticks towards midnight on this New Year’s Eve, a familiar melody often fills the air, its notes weaving through the celebrations, a gentle reminder of time’s...
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Zorin and Guzman bring depth, elegance, and restraint to all-French album
ALBUM REVIEW: Après un rêve Max Zorin, violin; Christopher Guzman, piano. Claude DEBUSSY: Sonata for Violin and Piano Cèsar FRANCK: Sonata in A major for Violin and Piano Gabriel FAURÈ: Après un rêve...
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Fort Worth Symphony’s familiar favorites lack spark under James Conlon’s baton
CONCERT REVIEW: Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra January 3, 4, and 5, 2025 Bass Hall Fort Worth, Texas – USA Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, James Conlon, conductor. Wolfgang Amadeus MOZART: Overture from...
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Bent Frequency and Ken Ueno push sonic boundaries at the Atlanta Contemporary
CONCERT REVIEW: Bent Frequency December 12, 2024 Atlanta Contemporary Arts Gallery Atlanta, GA – USA “WATTage” Ken Ueno, composer and performer; Jan Berry Baker, saxophone; Stuart Gerber, percussion ....
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Masterful collaboration redefines Schumann’s piano quartet in Fort Worth
CONCERT REVIEW: Chamber Music Society of Fort Worth January 4, 2025 Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth Fort Worth, TX – USA Gary Levinson, violin; Iakov Zats, viola; Robert deMaine, cello; Anton Nel,...
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Baroque brilliance: Bella Voce and Madison Bach Musicians illuminate...
CONCERT REVIEW: Bella Voce & Madison Bach Musicians December 15, 2024 St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Chicago, Illinois – USA “A 17th Century German Christmas” Bella Voce, Andrew Lewis, conductor;...
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Winter storm prompts concert cancellations and postponements across Atlanta
EarRelevant Staff | 9 JAN 2025 ATLANTA, Georgia— A winter storm forecast to bring snow, sleet, and freezing rain to the Atlanta area on Friday, January 10, has led to widespread disruptions, including...
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Gary Ginstling appointed Executive Director and CEO of Houston Symphony
EarRelevant Staff | 10 JAN 2025 HOUSTON, Texas— The Houston Symphony has announced the appointment of Gary Ginstling as its new Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective February 3,...
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Marc-Andrè Hamelin brings fire and finesse to Chiasso recital
CONCERT REVIEW: Marc-Andrè Hamelin January 9, 2025 Teatro Chiasso, Centro Culturale Chiasso Chiasso, Switzerland Marc-Andrè Hamelin, piano. Wolfgang Amadeus MOZART: Rondò in A minor, K511 Ludwig van...
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A triumphant reunion: Eschenbach leads Houston Symphony in Bruckner’s...
CONCERT REVIEW: Houston Symphony January 11 & 12, 2025 Jones Hall Houston, Texas – USA Houston Symphony, Christoph Eschenbach, conductor. Anton BRUCKNER: Symphony No. 4 in E♭ major, WAB 104...
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Matthew Sheeran and John Schneider: What is microtonality?
William Ford | 14 JAN 2025 Microtonality has long fascinated composers and performers alike, offering a rich tapestry of tonal possibilities beyond the constraints of traditional Western tuning...
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Seattle Chamber Music Society prepares for 2025 Winter Festival
EarRelevant Staff | 15 JAN 2025 SEATTLE, Washington— The Seattle Chamber Music Society (SCMS) has unveiled the program for its 2025 Winter Festival, a two-week series running from January 24 to...
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Atlanta’s ‘King Celebration’ broadcasts begin January 20, honoring MLK Jr.
EarRelevant Staff | 16 JAN 2025 ATLANTA, Geprgia— The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) and Ebenezer Baptist Church are bringing a new iteration of their King Celebration concert to a nationwide...
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Atlanta’s SoundNOW Contemporary Music Festival returns for its eighth year
EarRelevant Staff | 17 JAN 2025 ATLANTA, Georgia— The SoundNOW Contemporary Music Festival, Atlanta’s annual celebration of contemporary classical music, marks its eighth year with an eclectic lineup...
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