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...listened almost entirely to classical music—especially Brahms?? symphonies. Barnes also loved to read mystery novels and hike through the Swiss Alps, according to Wang...
...three pieces exuded exuberance, creativity, and triumph, respectively. The first piece—the overture to Mozart’s famous final opera “The Magic Flute”—was a bubbling introduction to a concert that would end with an epic performance of Brahms?? first symphony. The piece was marked by a controlled excitement, as the orchestra was focused and almost on edge, clearly aware of the night’s significance. Balance was a particular strength, as the playful, lilting flute and oboe floated easily on the propulsive strings.Next...
...Last-minute replacement Julian Kuerti—now in his second season as the BSO’s assistant conductor—led the orchestra in a clean performance of Brahms??s “Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel.” The brass section’s muddled sounds in the opening harmonies set the BSO off to a shaky start. Following the two introductory phrases, Kuerti eased into the set of 25 variations and a fugue, orchestrated by British composer Edmund Rubbra...
...much of what the great conductors got out of their orchestras could truly be attributed to the genius of the conductor, as opposed to the virtuosity and natural musicality of the players as an ensemble,” says Kapusta, who, besides leading occasional rehearsals, will also be conducting Brahms?? “Tragic Overture” in March. “I’m thankful to say that the players of HRO take a lot of pressure off of my job,” “It’s really unique because even though...
Yannatos then proceeded to conduct an inspired rendition of Brahms?? Symphony No. 2. Yannatos’ tempo was crisp and clear throughout. The nearly 20-minute first movement (which in a bad performance can seem to go on forever) proceeded at a leisurely pace and never felt tedious. The performance of the cello section was especially noteworthy, particularly as they introduced the familiar “lullaby” theme of the first movement with a warm, lush, and inviting tone. Other highlights included a delightful dialogue between the winds and strings in the delicate and dance-like...