Harlow Robinson

Harlow Robinson is an author, lecturer, and journalist. His books include Sergei Prokofiev: A Biography and Russians in Hollywood: Hollywood’s Russians. His writing has appeared in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, The Boston Globe, Musical America, and Opera News. He is emeritus professor of history at Northeastern University.

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Harlow Robinson - June 2, 2026

Yo-Yo Ma soloed in a new work by Angélica Negrón, and Gustavo Dudamel led Richard Strauss’s great symphonic poem.

Harlow Robinson - June 2, 2026

The design of Barrie Kosky’s imaginative production brought whimsy to the performances.

Harlow Robinson - May 19, 2026

The composer’s thorny Selah received a stunning performance, but Tchaikovsky’s Mozartiana brought delight.

Harlow Robinson - May 12, 2026

The conductor’s eagerly awaited, COVID-delayed first appearance with the LA Phil delivered on every front.

Harlow Robinson - May 5, 2026

The talented French pianist made a difficult program of Russian repertoire look easy.

Harlow Robinson - April 28, 2026

The chamber ensemble's April 25 program paired Robert Schumann's beloved piano quintet with a historical rediscovery and a premiere.

Harlow Robinson - April 27, 2026

The outgoing music director gave a strong performance at the black-tie gala held in his honor.

Harlow Robinson - April 21, 2026

The conductor led the orchestra in a powerful, stormy program on April 17.

Harlow Robinson - April 21, 2026

Los Angeles Master Chorale performed the lesser-known Mendelssohn’s work, alongside Mozart’s canonic Requiem.

Harlow Robinson - April 14, 2026

The orchestra’s “Temporal Echoes” concert was inspired by the experiences of the 2025 Palisades and Eaton fires.