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. Music News Music of the Subcontinent at San Francisco’s South Asian Film Festival Janos Gereben - October 1, 2024 From dramas to documentaries to modern classics, this year’s lineup at the Roxie Theater sports several striking soundtracks. Music News Michael Tilson Thomas to Celebrate 80th Birthday With 80-CD Collection Janos Gereben - September 16, 2024 The box set is a testament to the conductor’s musical range and breadth of interests. Review Bass-Baritone Davóne Tines Takes an Acid Trip on His Debut Album Jason Victor Serinus - September 13, 2024 It’s all part of getting into character as Tines channels the life and trials of a legendary performer, Paul Robeson. Review Dalia’s Mixtape Is a Conductor’s Entertaining Intro to Contemporary Music Jason Victor Serinus - September 4, 2024 Dalia Stasevska showcases a diverse selection of music, from the pulse-pounding to the lyrical. Review Steven Mackey’s Remembrance of His Mother’s Life Jeff Rosenfeld - September 1, 2024 Music and narration blend in the composer-guitarist’s Memoir, based on his mother’s account of her life. Review A Satisfying Disc of Benjamin Britten From Simon Rattle and the London Symphony Richard S. Ginell - July 22, 2024 The conductor’s tenure with the orchestra may have ended last year, but superb recordings are still being released. Feature Finally, Vince Guaraldi Gets His Due Richard S. Ginell - July 9, 2024 With the discovery of master tapes for the original Peanuts TV specials, one of America’s most underrated jazz figures gets the spotlight. Review Meyerbeer’s Le prophète in a Winning New Recording Jason Victor Serinus - July 2, 2024 The opera here sports a powerful cast and Mark Elder conducting a fully committed London Symphony Orchestra. Review John Adams’s Girls of the Golden West Gets a Definitive Recording Richard S. Ginell - July 1, 2024 This version of the opera, captured in concerts with the LA Phil last year, improves on any live performance. Review In Kate Soper’s The Hunt, Three Maidens and a Unicorn Richard S. Ginell - June 24, 2024 The composer’s latest opera, recorded shortly after its 2023 premiere, has a spare but intriguing setup. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 … Next › Next page Last » Last page