Classical Music – Page 73

Maurizio Pollini, Celebrated Pianist Who Defined Modernism, Dies at 82

His recordings of Beethoven and Chopin were hailed as classics, but his technical ability sometimes invited controversy.

By David Allen

Jaap van Zweden, the orchestra’s music director, led new works by Joel Thompson and Tan Dun amid pieces by Mozart, Beethoven and Mendelssohn.

By Zachary Woolfe

Oksana Lyniv, who is leading “Turandot” at the Metropolitan Opera, has used her platform to criticize Russia and promote Ukrainian culture.

By Javier C. Hernandez

Jan Lisiecki, 28, is the elder statesman alongside Alexander Malofeev and Yunchan Lim in a trio of recent recital debuts at the hall.

By Zachary Woolfe