Gaffigan, James (1979- )

Why Don’t More American Maestros Lead American Orchestras?

Leonard Bernstein blazed a trail for conductors from the United States nearly 70 years ago. But at top American orchestras these days, they’re scarce.

By Javier C. Hernandez

Classical Music Gaffigan, James (1979- ) Lim, Yunchan New York Philharmonic

Review: Yunchan Lim, Teenage Piano Star, Arrives in New York

The 19-year-old musician made his New York Philharmonic debut with a powerful yet poetic performance of Rachmaninoff’s Third Concerto.

By Zachary Woolfe

Classical Music Fort Worth (Tex) Gaffigan, James (1979- ) Lim, Yunchan Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts Seoul (South Korea) Van Cliburn International Piano Competition

A 19-Year-Old Pianist Electrifies Audiences. But He’s Unimpressed.

Yunchan Lim’s victory at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition last year made him a sensation. He says the attention makes him uneasy.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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