Review: Sydney Symphony with Nicholas Angelich & Jakub Hrusa
Replacement maestro Hrůša handles the heavy artillery of Brahms and Rachmaninov.
Replacement maestro Hrůša handles the heavy artillery of Brahms and Rachmaninov.
The inspired symmetry of three pairs of works – by Mozart, Schubert and two Australian composers – has made this ACO's national tour its 2019 trump card.
Critical Mass: Bernstein’s masterpiece goes beyond politics and religion to humanity, pure and simple. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
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Savage and unremittently dark, Richard Strauss’ Elektra is a gritty psychological thriller, a tale of revenge, torment, matricide and – yes – love.
Benedict Andrews’ long-awaited, controversial production is a match made in heaven. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
One of the most ravishing visual and theatrical feasts to be seen on our stages for some time. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
So what was the value of the live orchestra? Incalculable
Conductor: Imre Palló/Director: John Milson Sydney Conservatorium of Music Until September 24 Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
Is the Russian virtuoso really the “greatest pianist in the world”? Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
One can only admire and wonder at the organisation required to enable such an event to take place.
Excerpts from Star Wars, Harry Potter, Superman etc. Shaun Micallef; SSO/Guy Noble Sydney Opera House Concert Hall, August 12 Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
A concert of well-known works can still be an exciting event if handled properly.