Thomas, Michael Tilson

Michael Tilson Thomas Is Prolifically Himself on Disc

As Thomas turns 80, new collections of his recordings reveal the legacy of a maestro who has exuberantly refused to conform to expectations.

By David Allen

Ax, Emanuel Classical Music Music New York Philharmonic Thomas, Michael Tilson

Michael Tilson Thomas Leads Mahler at the New York Phil

The conductor led the New York Philharmonic in Mahler’s Fifth Symphony, an inspiring opening night for a season starting off unsettled.

By Zachary Woolfe

Cal Performances California California Festival Classical Music Disney, Walt, Concert Hall Dudamel, Gustavo Festivals Guzelimian, Ara Hollywood Bowl Industry, The (Opera Company) Los Angeles Philharmonic Marshall, Ingram Mehta, Zubin Oliveros, Pauline Payare, Rafael Rady Shell at Jacobs Park (San Diego, Calif) Salonen, Esa-Pekka San Diego Symphony San Francisco Symphony Thomas, Michael Tilson

How California Became America’s Contemporary Music Capital

On the eve of a sprawling new festival, John Adams, Esa-Pekka Salonen, Gustavo Dudamel and others recount how the state reinvigorated classical music.

By Joshua Barone

Classical Music Content Type: Personal Profile Louisville (Ky) Louisville Orchestra Thomas, Michael Tilson Wang, Yuja (1987- )

In Kentucky, a Maestro of the People

Teddy Abrams, the 36-year-old music director of the Louisville Orchestra, has embedded himself in his community, breaking the mold of modern conductors.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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