Review: Beethoven Sollima Cawrse (Australian String Quartet)
The ASQ probes the string quartet genre and premieres a major new work that champions women writers and composers.
October 19, 2020
Chris Reid
Articles by Chris Reid
Review: Konstantin plays Beethoven (Adelaide Symphony Orchestra)
A fine performance of Beethoven’s Emperor piano concerto headlines a rich and varied ASO concert full of emotional contrasts.
October 18, 2020
Review: Fire Songs (Bethany Hill, Emma Horwood and ensemble)
Irish Celtic mythology is brought to life in a dramatic work for two soprano voices and chamber ensemble.
October 7, 2020
Review: To Music (Bethany Hill and Penelope Cashman)
A delightful recital of art songs to restore the spirit and celebrate music as a life force.
October 2, 2020
Review: Natsuko Plays Beethoven (Adelaide Symphony Orchestra)
Undaunted by COVID-19 disruption, concertmaster Natsuko Yoshimoto farewells the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra with a commanding performance of one of Beethoven’s greatest works.
September 22, 2020
Review: Steve Reich Music for 18 Musicians (Soundstream New Music, Recitals Australia, Adelaide Fringe)
A fine performance of a rarely heard 20th-century masterpiece.
March 15, 2020
Review: The Sound of History: Beethoven, Napoleon and Revolution (Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, Adelaide Festival)
An engrossing lesson in the historical and musical significance of Beethoven’s Eroica symphony in the composer’s 250th year.
March 8, 2020
Review: The Adventure Begins (Adelaide Symphony Orchestra)
The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra’s engaging all-Russian program showcases an outstanding young violin talent.
February 10, 2020