On Wednesday night, conductor Alan Gilbert will put on his music director’s shoes as he takes the podium in Avery Fisher Hall—a step up which marks a new era in the New York Philharmonic. The maestro will lead a performance of Mahler’s third symphony EXPO by Magnus Lindberg, Songs Pour Mi by Oliver Messiaen, and Berlioz’s Symphony Fantastique. While great expectations lie on Mr. Gilbert’s baton, one hopes the orchestra will take the opportunity to embrace its new leader, a fresh outlook, and renewed vigor.
Here is a great interview with Gilbert by Martin Steinberg (AP).
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The New York Philharmonic will perform its first “Concerts in the Parks” performance on Tuesday, July 14 in Central Park. The program for the first three performances is Mozart Symphony No. 41 “Jupiter,” and Beethoven Symphony No. 7. The fourth performance will feature Copland’s Old American Songs (Set 2), and Mahler Symphony No. 1 “Titan.” All performances are free and will be conducted by Alan Gilbert. The Copland songs will feature baritone Nathan Gunn. Check the link for the full schedule.
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