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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Alan Gilbert Opens NY Phil on Wednesday
New York Times is Skeptical
New Works by Deak and Sinco Performed in New York
After, Deak Hurries Off to Play Maazel’s Final Performance
NEW YORK, NY — Associate Principal Bassist of the New York Philharmonic Jon Deak came forward, applauding, to shake the hands of musicians led by conductor Thomas Carlo Bo after they completed a performance his composition Lad, a Dog (Part II: The Visitor). The work is a one movement piece, performed by two narrators, violin, clarinet, and piano. Originally, the work featured only the three instrumentalists. They were to narrate the text themselves as per directions in the score. Furthermore, it was chamber music—no conductor required. This performance, however, definitely benefited from both the narrators and the conductor. While I never witnessed the chamber music version, I do think the additions improved the effectiveness of the piece. View Full Article »
Maazel Conducts Symphony of a Thousand
Lorin Maazel finishes his time with the Phil this week with a run of Mahler’s Symphony of a Thousand. Performances are 7:30pm June 24 and 25, 8:00pm June 26 and 27. Get tickets here.
Two Nights Sold Out—Maazel Conducts Symphony of a Thousand
Grammatical Error in Title Goes Unquestioned
Lorin Maazel’s final performances with the New York Philharmonic span the nights of June 24 – June 27. The program is Mahler’s Symphony No. 8—the Symphony of a Thousand. The June 24 and 26 performances are already sold out, so if you’re debating whether to attend, don’t wait too long. Find the event homepage here.
Lorin Maazel Closes NYSE
Finds Gavel Significantly Heavier Than Baton
Lorin Maazel rang the closing bell of the NYSE today in commemoration of his reign over the Philharmonic. You can watch the event take place here.