Sometimes artists make their most daring leaps using recorded media. Our expert staff platforms the most interesting recordings, books, movies, and videos, helping you keep track of the music scene from the comfort of your home. Review Opus 109 Lets Víkingur Ólafsson’s Curatorial Imagination Shine Richard S. Ginell - February 24, 2026 The record focuses on six pieces, each in the key of E. Feature A Lost Opera From Teaching Legend Nadia Boulanger Resurfaces Andrew Gilbert - February 24, 2026 Pentatone is releasing a full opera, with reconstructed orchestration, by the 20th century’s foremost composition teacher. Music News Jake Heggie's Intelligence Wins Grammy for Best Opera Recording Janos Gereben - February 3, 2026 The Dead Man Walking composer took home his first Grammy at the 68th Awards, after two prior nominations. Review Quatuor Ébene and Belcea Quartet Bring String Octets to Crystalline Life Jason Victor Serinus - January 27, 2026 The Paris and London-based ensembles do justice to works by Mendelssohn and Enescu. Feature Meklit Extends Her Reach with A Piece of Infinity Andrew Gilbert - January 21, 2026 The multi-instrumentalist’s new album draws inspiration from her roots in Ethiopia. Review Rosalía’s Lux Transforms Pop Into Ritual Simon Cohen - January 13, 2026 On her fourth studio album, the Spanish superstar transcends pop convention and emerges with sacred splendor. Review Imitation is Art on Osvaldo Golijov’s Ever Yours Charles Burns - January 13, 2026 The composer’s new album echoes a wide range of inspirations, from Hebrew melody to Romantic lyricism. Review Teaching the Next Generation Spotlights Rising Guitarists at SFCM Jeff Kaliss - January 6, 2026 The documentary, available on YouTube, features 24 young musicians who flourish through collaboration. Review From Beth Morrison Projects, a Bracing Survey of Contemporary Opera Jason Victor Serinus - January 6, 2026 Across two volumes, the new recording BMP: Songbook showcases the producer’s knack for turning modern influences into timeless music. Review American Mirror: Seven Works, One Ensemble Voice Charles Burns - December 23, 2025 Sphinx Virtuosi’s new release delivers crisp grooves, luminous textures, and strong narrative pacing. Pagination 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page
