Review: Strauss Alliance (Leipzig Gewandhausorchester, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Andris Nelsons)
Nelsons’ Strauss: distinguished, thoughtful, and superbly played.
Phillip Scott is a long-time reviewer for Limelight and US music journal Fanfare. He has written four novels and the scores of several children’s shows for Monkey Baa Theatre Company. He is best known for his work as performer, writer and Musical Director for The Wharf Revue.
Nelsons’ Strauss: distinguished, thoughtful, and superbly played.
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After a hiatus in 2020, we once again asked our reviewers and readers to vote for the Australian and International Artists of the Year. We are thrilled to announce our 2021 winners.