Word: noted
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However, in reflecting upon the role and aspirations of this organization it is important to note that the U.N. faces a number of challenges. Most threatening is the prospect of bankruptcy...
...ease. The first slow half of the subsequent aria showcased her delicate control and artistry in the upper register. The second half, speckled with piercing cries directed against the faithless lover, called for a quicker, more agitated approach, which Brewer delivered well. The aria closed on a satisfying note with the reprise of the first theme. Throughout the piece, the intimate quality of the period orchestra proved to be a good match for the soprano. The accompaniment, for the most part, managed to stay out of the way of the singer and maintained a balanced sound...
...gifts for text-painting. In a description of Christ's resurrection, the chorus vividly repeated the word "descendit," (he descended) in a motif that alternated between the orchestra and chorus. The forceful repetitions ended with a descending solo clarinet figure. This line, which was unfortunately marred by a bad note, fell, as if from the heavens, to the pure tones of the unaccompanied quartet intoning the "Et incarnatus..." The Credo ended on a lighter note with a playful fugue on the text of "Et vitam venturi saeculi," (and the life of the world to come.), inspired by Bach's similar...
While it is impressive to stand among eight marathon runners, the runners themselves were quick to note members of marathon teams run five mile stints--then pass a baton off to a waiting team member for the next...
...musical line and his impressive control of dynamics and tempo. However, the work was fairly unimpressive as an opening to a virtuoso's concert, and Shaham often failed to infuse the more lyrical sections with enough musical vitality and frequently attacked the quieter parts too aggressively. On a positive note, the choice of an early work did reflect the rest of the programs excellent selection of music from all genres and time periods...