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James Horner: Beyond “Titanic”
James Horner topped the charts with Titanic. But he was no one-hit-wonder.
Jouni Somero surveys Selim Palmgren piano repertoire
Jouni Somero is an exceptional performer. And so are his interpretations of his fellow countryman's music.
Joseph Boulogne Symphonie concertantes solid entertainment
This isn't just well-crafted music by a composer of color. It's well-crafted music. Period.
#ClassicsaDay #SymYesNo Week 5
What does the title "symphony" mean? Can a composition be a symphony in everything but name? Or could a work titled "symphony" be a different type of composition in disguise?
The Pleasure of Film Music
Why listen to film music? Ken Nail ponders a few of the pleasures of the art form.
#ClassicsaDay #SymYesNo Week 4
What does the title "symphony" mean? Can a composition be a symphony in everything but name? Or could a work titled "symphony" be a different type of composition in disguise?
Gregori and Stradella well-served by the Capriccio Barok Orchestra
The Capriccio Barok Orchester led by Dominik Kiefer does these works justice. As recorded, the ensemble has a full yet clear sound. The dynamic contrasts in Gergori's music are especially well-handled.
Raphael Terroni presents Howard Ferguson's best
Terroni does a masterful job with Ferguson’s piano music.
#ClassicsaDay #SymYesNo Week 3
There is a small subset of symphonic works within the classical repertoire that appear misnamed. Most composers choose their titles carefully. But when the title runs counter to expectations, disagreements arise.
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