Word: paces
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...noisy climaxes and slipping suddenly into murky, bass-dominated string arrangements. Spirited castanets set off the piece’s Iberian influences, and a patient bassoon solo broke through the enthusiastic cacophony of metrical shifts and rhythmic switches. The piece dashed hurriedly to its climactic ending, setting a brisk pace for the remainder of the evening...
...first movement was quick and clear, highlighting Ravel’s jazzier inclinations and showcasing the orchestra’s collective virtuosity as it navigated extreme contrasts in volume and abrupt changes in melodic quality. The second movement’s lilting waltz kept a surprisingly brisk pace, making Thibaudet’s rare indulgent suspensions all the more effective. He maintained a steady sense of rhythm into the frenzied third movement, his lightning-fast technique never faltering as he continued to accelerate...
...pace of the evening was noticeably swift, making the show feel like a tour of Ravel’s work. Levine, the competent guide, was in his element as he drew from the composer’s varied repertory and led the orchestra in a crisp performance. Neat and unwaveringly professional, the program was deliberate and impressive. Sometimes raw exuberance would break through, and it was these moments that revealed that the Boston Symphony Orchestra is only improving with...
Glassman is especially competent at conveying Schulz’s always-active artistic imagination and his delight in every bit of bliss he discovers. The other actors are skillfull as well, and their versatility helps liven the pace of the play...
...structure, the play darts back and forth in time, a device that keeps the pace unpredictable. The props on stage at times seemingly move on their own; folding chairs and a hand-held fan are transformed into a moving car; a transvestite lounge seamlessly becomes an opera house. As Reyes, Daniel Torres can be child-like, cunning, loving and manipulative. Donning a baseball cap and leather jacket, he also appear maniacal. The songs can be catchy and kitschy - "San Diego" and "Miami" both sung in three-part harmony by The Daddyos stood out in that way. Adding color...