The classical pianist Hunter Noack has embarked on an unusual journey, to take his music to natural landscapes well beyond the concert halls.
Category: Classical Music
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‘Billy Joel: And So It Goes:’ 5 Takeaways From the Film’s Conclusion
The HBO documentary about the singer and songwriter wrapped with a deep exploration of his tabloid troubles, creative process and decision to return to live performance.
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John Williams Hasn’t Stopped Composing. His Latest? A Piano Concerto.
Williams, best known for his film work, has a parallel career in classical music. His concerto, haunted by the ghosts of jazz past, is premiering at Tanglewood.
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The Classical Side of Michael Abels, Jordan Peele’s Frequent Collaborator
Michael Abels writes scores for Jordan Peele. He won a Pulitzer Prize for the opera “Omar.” Now, the Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center shows off his classical side.
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These Puppets Get Weird, With Georg Baselitz as a Guide
At this year’s Salzburg Festival, the German artist has designed marionettes for a troupe that usually performs “The Sound of Music.”
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The Circus Comes to Williamstown, With Celebrities and Beefcake
Pamela Anderson, Amber Heard and Tennessee Williams on ice are part of Jeremy O. Harris’s big tent at the famous summer festival.
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The Gift of a New Opera House, With a Grim Family History Attached
A billionaire will fund the construction of a new home for the Hamburg State Opera. But questions linger over his company’s actions during World War II.
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‘Tosca’ Is the Boston Symphony’s Andris Nelsons at His Best
Andris Nelsons led a concert performance of Puccini’s opera at Tanglewood. It was a high point of the season.
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Italy Cancels Valery Gergiev’s Festival Appearance
Some lawmakers in Italy had argued that Valery Gergiev’s planned appearance sent the wrong message as Europe strives to remain united in its support for Ukraine.
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Renée Fleming, Star Soprano, Tries Out the Director’s Chair
Fleming is making her directorial debut in Colorado working with young artists on Mozart’s “Così Fan Tutte,” an opera in which she appeared early in her career.
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Roger Norrington, Iconoclastic British Conductor, Dies at 91
His work, largely unknown outside Britain until late in his career, was often based on historical treatises. It was seen by many as refreshingly innovative.
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In Just a Few Minutes, This Music Will Change Your Day
Calm and graceful, this cello piece by Bach slowly dances through hopefulness, longing and introspection.