Copland was a fine pianist. In 1926, he premiered his own “Jazz” piano concerto. Continuing to write for the instrument throughout his career, Copland turned increasingly to other pianists for… Read more »
This considered program from one of the preeminent chamber orchestras of Europe, the “impeccable” (The Guardian) Basel Chamber Orchestra, shows the influence of Mozart’s gallant works on generations of future… Read more »
Performers The Philadelphia Orchestra Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Music Director and Conductor Hélène Grimaud, Piano Performers Program VALERIE COLEMAN Umoja (arr. for orchestra; NY Premiere) BARTÓK Piano Concerto No. 3 R. STRAUSS… Read more »
On his 70th birthday, composer Robert Sirota is celebrated by an all-star lineup performing a selection of his works spanning 20 years, including the New York premiere of Luminous Bodies…. Read more »