1 Here’s what they do in Zurich after the Tonhalle concert
2 Steve Danzinger on why history is horrid to Jews: http://www.openlettersmonthly.com/judaize-this/
3 It’s her birthday, the best of the best, with the very best…
4 Inside the icy circle: http://www.openlettersmonthly.com/book-review-antarctica/
5 Exclusive: new Irish ballad from Boston
Just reading what is coming next season to Carnegie Hall.
Part of which is:
Carnegie disclosed the festival in announcing its programming for next season, which will include a focus on Benjamin Britten, whose 100th birthday is being celebrated in 2013; all of the Sibelius symphonies, played by the Minnesota Orchestra and its music director, Osmo Vanska; and three concerts by Valery Gergiev, leading his Mariinsky Orchestra in honor of his 60th birthday.
Mr. Gillinson said he was unconcerned about the effects of a labor dispute on the Minnesota Orchestra; that struggle has kept it silent so far this season.
“I don’t think anybody’s going to let their playing go,” he said. “Osmo Vanska will be absolutely clear. This is a huge thing for them as well.”
Let’s hope that the MO is able to play.
Oh dea! The Boheme shows a just why opera should be heard and not seen. Two middle aged people imitating young lovers.
OK, so it’s Renata’s birthday, but Jussi never fails to impress. Name a better tenor!
Many, many thanks for the “Bohème” video.