Classical music + Live music reviews
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3 out of 5 stars.While it might have been cancelled after the premiere in 1840, Christopher Alden’s frenetic staging, an effervescent Philharmonia Orchestra and a fine cast show there’s a decent evening’s entertainment in there
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There is much fun and an excellent cast in David McVicar’s sparkling Handel revival; Mozart’s partner-swap opera soars with exuberant solos; and Wagner’s Ring marathon reaches a roaring climax
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4 out of 5 stars.
Nardus Williams/Elizabeth Kenny review – compelling and crystalline duo open Spitalfields festival
4 out of 5 stars.Premiering Roderick Williams’ song cycle about Black Tudors alongside songs from the period itself, the rising-star soprano was elegant, while the uber-lutenist poured her solos like liquid -
4 out of 5 stars.Ben Goldscheider’s solo horn took centre stage in a rewarding and fascinating concert featuring new and older compositions that combined his instrument with live electronics
Prom 9: BBC Scottish SO/Wigglesworth review – meticulous making of unexpected connections
4 out of 5 stars.