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Wynton Marsalis Crafts an Ambitious, Emotional Work with ‘Blues Symphony’
The Grammy-winning trumpeter and composer's latest work—a blend of blues, gospel, jazz, and symphonic music—is a historical, social, and cultural powerhouse.
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Violinist Simone Porter Explores the Sacred on ‘ad tendo’
In this interview, the 29-year-old Porter discusses her career, her philosophy of life, and her striking new recording.
Kronos Quartet’s New Album ‘Witness’ Is a Powerful Reminder of Conflict’s Price
The music on this double-disc is dark, sometimes sublime, often intense, and at times downright uncomfortable.
A Recent Edition of Schumann’s ‘Cello Concerto in A Minor’ Is a Fascinating Study in “Definitive” Texts
Bärenreiter, a publisher known for scholarly attention to historical source materials, has now released another urtext for the Schumann concerto.
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Florida Classical/Hip-Hop Duo Black Violin Brings it ‘Full Circle’
Violinist Kev Marcus talks about his relationship to the violin, the challenge of racial stereotypes in the classical music world, and the duo’s latest recording project.
Review | Czech Philharmonic Is Unmatched on ‘Dvořák: Legends and Rhapsodies’
These works come to life under Tomáš Netopil’s direction.
Violinist Paul Huang Records Three Works Forged in Social Tumult on ‘Mirrors’
‘Mirrors,’ which finds Huang accompanied by gifted concert pianist Helen Huang (no relation), was ten years in the making.
Review: ‘The Cellist’s Guide to Scales and Arpeggios’ Covers Information Every Cellist Needs to Know
This book covers information every cellist needs to know in a way that preempts common errors and misconceptions.
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Review: Twisted Pine Crafts Joyful Acoustic Pop on ‘Love Your Mind’
The breezy music often evokes youthful innocence as it weaves its way through a potpourri of pop, jazz, funk, and string-band styles.
Review: The Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens pays Tribute to Forgotten Workers on ‘American Railroad’
Paying homage to the laborers who constructed the transcontinental railroad, this concept album ranges from traditional American folk to world music to chamber and symphonic forms.
Anja Lechner Brings Life on the Cello to Works Originally Written for Viol
On ‘Bach Abel Hume,’ German cellist Anja Lechner juxtaposes the first two Bach suites with pieces for viola da gamba played on the cello.
Cellist Joshua Roman’s ‘Immunity’ Is a Testament of Endurance and Newfound Perspective
Shaped by the unique challenges of Long Covid, the recording process for Roman’s newest release was unlike any of his previous projects.
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Open the Door for Three—Irish-American Traditional-Folk Trio Dazzles on ‘A Prosperous Gale’
This is another joyful recording from Open the Door for Three, a seasoned Irish-American traditional-folk trio featuring fiddler Liz Knowles, uilleann piper Kieran O’Hare, and Dublin-born singer, guitarist, and bouzouki player Pat Broaders. These nine tunes run the gamut from…
Julia Glenn’s ‘Ink Traces’ Is a Product of 15 Years of Research
The violinist’s latest release is inspired by Chinese poetry, dancing, calligraphy, and painting, and features new works by Chinese and Chinese American composers.
Augustin Hadelich’s Exploration of American Music is a Treat
Spanning a century and a half, the works on this “American Road Trip’ represent composers of many eras, regions, and musical traditions.
Composer Anna Clyne Collaborates with the Knights and Various Soloists on ‘Shorthand’
With top-level artists performing compositions referring to poetry, art, and music, 'Shorthand' is a provoking collection of works.
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Ryan Meehan Illuminates What Recording the Complete Beethoven Cycle Means for the Calidore String Quartet
‘Strings‘ spoke with the violinist about the Calidores’ special relationship with Beethoven.
Review: 9 Horses’ ‘Strum’ Serves as a Counterpoint to the 21st-Century Digital Soundscape
Violinist Sara Caswell, double bassist Andrew Ryan, and multi-instrumentalist/composer Joe Brent form the nucleus of this dynamic 67-minute sonic excursion.
San Diego Symphony Roars to Life in Newly Renovated Jacobs Music Center
On September 28, 2024, the San Diego Symphony celebrated the grand reopening of the newly renovated Jacobs Music Center.
Jenny Scheinman Finds Her Mojo on Northern California’s Lost Coast with ‘All Species Parade’
The jazz violinist’s latest release is a love letter to the natural beauty of the Golden State
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David Bernard and the New York–based Park Avenue Chamber Symphony Release New Album ‘Heroic’
Composed of players from a variety of backgrounds and walks of life, this group meets weekly to rehearse, perform, and record warhorse symphonic repertoire.
Hans Zimmer Live Rocks
Editor Megan Westberg takes in the scene at Hans Zimmer Live in Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena on October 11, 2024.
Time Travel: Fabio Biondi Records Rare Multi-Faceted Baroque Work
The new recording of Roman’s 7 Assaggi for solo violin, on the Naïve label, is revelatory in many ways
Book Review: String players Dijana Ihas, Miranda Wilson, and Gaelen McCormick Investigate the Evolution of Pedagogy
This trio of eminent and experienced string teachers has collaborated to produce 'Teaching Violin, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass,' an in-depth study of historical and modern pedagogical practices