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 Zosha Di Castri Lays Many Cards on the Table in Her First CD Richard S. Ginell - May 18, 2020 A decade’s worth of the Canadian composer’s challenging new music takes time to absorb. Review Jacaranda Live Launches With Two Revived Julius Eastman Pieces Richard S. Ginell - May 12, 2020 The adventurous concert series celebrates the early minimalist with an inaugural CD of his challenging music. Review Arvo Pärt’s Spiritual Imagination Infuses an Exciting Disc From Gloriae dei Cantores Steven Winn - May 11, 2020 Stabat Mater reveals the diversity of the Estonian composer’s musical ideas. Review The Parting Tells a Story That Must Be Heard Jason Victor Serinus - May 11, 2020 Tom Cipullo and David Mason’s chamber opera celebrates the life and stark poetry of Holocaust victim Miklós Radnóti. Review Jazz Stars Explore Country Music on Sister Jeff Kaliss - May 5, 2020 A trio of Norah Jones, Sasha Dobson, and Christine Popper write originals in a different key from what you expect. Review Ellen O’Connell Whittet Shines Light on Ballet’s Hard-Knock Life Lou Fancher - May 4, 2020 The former dancer’s harrowing memoir traces her journey from a promising career on the boards toward great self-fulfillment. Review Gabriel Kahane Takes on Homelessness and the Housing Crisis Richard S. Ginell - May 2, 2020 The composer’s timely, poignant work is lovingly rendered by the Oregon Symphony and guests. Music News Jacaranda Crowdsources Ideas for Its Recording Label Peter Feher - April 28, 2020 The new-music organization finds a novel way to connect with its audience. Review Anonymous Man Reveals an Intimate Side of Michael Gordon Richard S. Ginell - April 24, 2020 The composer’s latest is a choral memoir of life in a Soho loft. Feature Kev Choice Versus COVID-19 Andrew Gilbert - April 23, 2020 A veteran of Oakland’s black music scene tackles pandemic issues in a remarkable new album created in quarantine. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 … Next › Next page Last » Last page