With Sommerfest officially over for the year and the orchestra on break (except for next weekend’s Pink Martini concerts,) I’m going to take a few weeks off from blogging to recharge my batteries. I’ll be headed to my usual summer … Continue reading →
Sorry for the prolonged absence, it’s been an absolutely unbelievable couple of weeks as I begin my two month stint as conductor of Sting’s Symphonicity tour. We started out in Bucharest, Sofia and Belgrade, then onto Graz, Ljubljana, Moscow and … Continue reading →
In addition to it being an Inside the Classics concert week (yes, as usual, I’m still working on the script,) the orchestra is playing a series of children’s concerts over the next few days, and the centerpiece of those shows … Continue reading →
It’s been awhile since I’ve gone to a movie on my own, but having an evening off while on the road gave me that opportunity tonight. My flick of choice for this outing: “Black Swan”. Let me dispense with the … Continue reading →
Oh, Sarah. C’mon. You’re sick of our monthlong parade of Christmas music already? Clearly, I’ve been remiss in not sharing with you my personal secret for recharging the Yuletide batteries. Behold and see… I dare you not to smile at … Continue reading →
I’m seconding Sam’s shock – how is it mid-November already? We’re in the thick of the season now, and I’ve been on the road (Chicago Symphony last week), so it’s been hard to keep up on the blogging… So, backtracking … Continue reading →
Taking ten days off in my native state. Posting will be even spottier that it has been on my end for the next two weeks or so, hope you’re enjoying your late summer!
Can I just say, it’s been a manic few weeks. I had 11 days away (which included 6 concerts with two orchestras of 3 different programs), a couple of days at home to rehearse and perform with Josh Ritter; meanwhile … Continue reading →
I read a lot of reviews. And I mean a lot. Not just reviews of concerts I’ve played in, but concerts by other orchestras, by string quartets, by new music ensembles, by pop stars, hip-hop collectives, theater productions, and all … Continue reading →
Let me open by saying I’ve always loved Renée Fleming. I’m also a fan of progressive/space/alternative rockers Muse. And I’m not one of those people who view “crossover” with a combination of derision and snide contempt. And let’s talk about … Continue reading →
